LSU...I'm confused.

[spudly]

Which is it and more importantly, what is preferred?

LSU Fighting Tigers OR Bayou Bengals?

Nationally, all I'm hearing is Bayou Bengals from the broadcasters. What's correct?

[GuySajerForgottenSoldier]

The historical nickname for the university is Fighting Tigers.
I think Bayou Bengals was just made up by a reporter looking for some alliteration.
LSU knows its nickname. Not like Auburn (Plainsmen, War Eagles, Tigers) or Bama (Crimson Tide, Elephants)

[spudly]

Thanks. That's what I thought. The Bengal-stuff was starting to remind me of the roach spray...

[Shep]

National broadcasters just love to say the words Cajun and Bayou.