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LSU’s 2026 roster is set without former Ole Miss players Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris, while the SEC debates removing the Tigers from competition and Senator John Kennedy urges a new federal law to bring order to college athletics.
LSU finalized its 2026 roster by removing ex‑NFL players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris despite a court injunction, prompting the SEC to sue and threaten expulsion while adding Aidan Anding and Gabriel Reliford to fill the roster.
LSU added two players to reach 105 scholarship athletes while the SEC sued the program and coach Lane Kiffin over First Amendment claims; a decisive win over Clemson lifted the Tigers to No. 8 in the polls.
LSU football is adding Aiden Anding and Gabriel Reliford to meet the 105‑player NCAA cap, a step taken to address a legal battle over Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris, as the SEC readies a vote on September 10 that could remove the Tigers from the conference.
Ohio State’s dominant win, Oregon’s slip, and Georgia’s rise shape the early AP Top 25, while marquee Week 2 matchups loom.
The Southeastern Conference has filed an amended complaint alleging LSU lacks institutional control, setting the stage for a decisive vote that may affect the upcoming Tennessee‑LSU matchup and the future of the Tigers’ program.
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.
The SEC may vote to remove LSU from the conference after a lawsuit over the hiring of former Ole Miss players, a decision that could cancel the upcoming Ole Miss–LSU game and jeopardize ESPN’s College GameDay broadcast.
Michigan’s removal from the AP Top 25 after a disputed touchdown, LSU’s climb to No. 8, and Ohio State’s showdown with Texas dominate the first week’s storylines.
The Southeastern Conference has filed a federal suit aimed at removing LSU from the league, citing the school's refusal to include two players with NFL contracts on its roster despite a court order, a dispute that could mark the first expulsion in the conference's 94‑year history.
The SEC’s latest legal maneuver targets Louisiana State University over alleged violations of its player contract rules, a move that could reshape college football’s regulatory landscape and influence federal antitrust policy.
SMU’s 27-24 win over Florida State highlighted a resilient performance by Kevin Jennings and raised broader questions about the sport’s governance amid offseason controversies.
Kiffin’s defiant halftime address, delivered during LSU’s dominant 51‑10 victory over Clemson, underscored the program’s $40 million NIL-driven roster and cemented his reputation as college football’s most polarizing figure.
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 SEC opened the season with a perfect 16‑0 record, highlighted by LSU’s commanding victory and Ole Miss’s walk‑off win, while other ranked teams posted strong performances ahead of pending national rankings.
After the first week of the 2026 season, Miami’s sophomore quarterback Malachi Toney and LSU’s Lane Kiffin‑led squad have made strong statements, while other Power Four programs showcase early momentum that could shape the playoff picture.
LSU topped the AP Top 25 after a 51‑10 win over Clemson, with Texas and Georgia following in the rankings as the SEC opened the season undefeated.
The 2026 SEC football season kicked off with every team going 16-0, highlighted by Georgia’s 63-3 win, Texas’s 56-7 victory, and LSU’s 51-10 rout, while the championship game in Atlanta looms on December 5.
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.
In a commanding 66‑21 win over FAU, Florida’s new head coach Jon Sumrall broke program records for points and yards, while early‑season rankings placed him ahead of notable newcomers like Billy Napier and Lane Kiffin.
After week one, analyst Joel Klatt reshaped his top‑10, elevating USC and casting doubt on Oregon, while Oklahoma, Georgia, Miami and other powerhouses impressed with dominant performances.
Week 2 AP Top 25 poll shows LSU climbing to No. 11 after a 51‑10 win over Clemson, Oregon dropping to No. 2 after a loss to Boise State, while Alabama, Ole Miss and other programs make notable moves.
Ohio State seized the No. 1 spot after a 56‑3 win, while Oregon fell to seventh; USC, Oklahoma, Georgia, Miami, LSU, Texas and Notre Dame all delivered notable performances that reshaped early championship conversations.
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.