
LSU Surges in AP Top‑25 After Crushing Clemson
LSU’s dominant win over Clemson showcased a resurgence under coach Lane Kiffin, highlighted by Sam Leavitt’s breakout debut and a program‑record 38 first downs.
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LSU’s dominant win over Clemson showcased a resurgence under coach Lane Kiffin, highlighted by Sam Leavitt’s breakout debut and a program‑record 38 first downs.

LSU's defense limited Clemson to 145 yards and eight first downs, with Jordan Ross earning SEC Defensive Lineman of the Week honors after a pivotal interception return and a sack.

Sam Leavitt, LSU’s top transfer quarterback, dominated in his first leadership role, winning SEC Offensive Player of the Week after a 51-10 victory over Clemson that featured 230 passing yards, two touchdowns, 113 rushing yards and a program-record 38 first downs.

In his first full game, Dilin Jones rushed for 113 yards and two touchdowns, earning high praise from Coach Lane Kiffin and positioning himself as a cornerstone of LSU’s revamped ground attack.

The LSU women’s basketball program is targeting three key weaknesses—rebounding, turnovers and perimeter defense—by bringing in three impactful newcomers and a balanced recruiting class.

LSU Tigers shocked college football by beating Clemson 51‑10 in their 2026 opener, outgaining the Tigers 644‑145 yards and prompting immediate scrutiny of Dabo Swinney’s future while Clemson faces a potential coaching overhaul.

LSU’s 51-10 win over Clemson in Week 1 showcased a balanced attack and stout defense, earning the Tigers the No. 1 ranking in early polls.

The LSU Tigers opened the season with a 51-10 victory over Clemson, showcasing a blend of offensive explosiveness and defensive grit that has earned them the label of the sport’s cockiest squad.

Three former professionals sue the NCAA over a denied fifth year of eligibility, arguing that SEC rules and timing of contract decisions left them unable to compete.

A legal battle in East Baton Rouge centers on whether former athletes Dae'Quan Wright, Zxavian Harris and Blake Cotton can return to NCAA competition this fall, with the SEC and NCAA locked in a dispute over eligibility and potential penalties.

LSU’s first‑year coach Lane Kiffin led the Tigers to a 51‑10 victory over Clemson in a raucous night at Tiger Stadium, while the SEC confronts legal questions over rostering former NFL players.

Despite a charged SEC backdrop and speculation over NFL transfers, LSU routed Clemson 51-10, with coach Lane Kiffin and players emphasizing a disciplined, distraction‑free approach.

Kiffin’s first game as LSU’s head coach delivered a 51-10 win, setting school records and energizing fans across Baton Rouge.

LSU opened the season with a 51-10 rout of Clemson, highlighted by quarterback Sam Leavitt’s 230 passing yards and 113 rushing yards, as new head coach Lane Kiffin addressed the media after his debut.

The NCAA’s eligibility rules are being challenged in a Louisiana courtroom by three former NFL players recruited by LSU coach Lane Kiffin, raising questions about the balance between college and professional football.

In a 44-3 blowout, LSU outgained Clemson by 507 yards, with Sam Leavitt throwing for 230 yards and two touchdowns while Dilin Jones added two rushing scores, highlighting the Tigers' depth and Lane Kiffin’s early success.

Former NFL players Zxavian Harris, Dae’Quan Wright and Blake Cotton have sued the NCAA in Louisiana to regain eligibility for the 2024 season, while SEC commissioner Greg Sankey leads a legal challenge that could reshape college football eligibility.

Former NFL players Zxavian Harris, Dae’Quan Wright and Blake Cotton have filed a lawsuit against the NCAA and SEC, challenging rules that block a fifth year of college football eligibility. The case spotlights the SEC’s authority, the NCAA’s timing, and the involvement of state officials.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey testifies as dozens of former NFL players, including Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris, seek to overturn NCAA rule changes that denied them a fifth year of college eligibility.

The SEC has filed a federal lawsuit against LSU, its officials and coach Lane Kiffin, accusing them of a coordinated effort to recruit former professional players and violate the conference’s constitutional rights.

The SEC has filed a lawsuit accusing LSU and its leadership of recruiting NFL‑contracted athletes for the 2026‑27 season, a claim that raises questions about college eligibility and the future of student‑athletes.

Jerry Stovall, a towering figure in American football known for his achievements as a player, coach, and administrator, has passed away at the age of 85. His legacy spans decades of on‑field excellence and off‑field leadership.

Lane Kiffin’s first season at LSU enters Saturday’s matchup as a heavy favorite, with a revamped roster and strong offensive credentials pitted against a Clemson program in transition.

Projected top‑10 rankings highlight a secondary anchored by standout cornerbacks DJ Pickett and PJ Woodland, with transfer safety Ty Benefield eyeing a first‑round NFL draft trajectory.