Lane Kiffin can play coy sometimes, as many trolls choose to do, but the LSU head coach is making it perfectly clear where he stands on the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff. Kiffin is not just in favor of this expected format change. He believes it is essential, particularly for an SEC that is brimming […]
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Brian Kelly signed a $95 million contract to win LSU a national championship. Four seasons later, he was out of a job with zero College Football Playoff appearances and a $54 million buyout. Now working for CBS Sports, the 65-year-old is publicly owning his failure while leaving the door open for another coaching opportunity. Speaking […]
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In Week 9 of the SEC, Auburn travels to Oxford to face Ole Miss, a game that could hinge on quarterback Byrum Brown’s rushing ability. After a massive upset over top‑ranked Georgia, Auburn’s ground game faltered against LSU, but the Rebels have surrendered the most rushing yards in the conference—over 161 per game, including 222 to Texas. Brown’s 480 career rushing yards and six rushing TDs give Auburn a potential edge, though the Tigers’ offensive line has allowed 30 sacks this season, making pass protection a liability. If Auburn can exploit Ole Miss’s weak run defense, the matchup may tilt in their favor despite being the underdog.
Lane Kiffin may have backed his decision to join LSU, but one painful loss has clearly stayed with him. Kentucky’s stunning upset exposed the Tigers at a crucial moment, with Kiffin’s decision to punt becoming a major talking point. Now, as he reflects on the game and his move away from Ole Miss, questions remain […]
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LSU's head coach will never go into a season without a backup quarterback he can trust because of the downside of not being prepared.
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LSU head coach Lane Kiffin likes the 24-team College Football Playoff.
Brian Kelly is a famous college football coach, who has years of experience. He is best known for his time with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, where he became the program’s all-time winningest coach with 113 victories. He later joined the Louisiana State University as their head coach, before getting fired last year. Kelly has […]
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LSU’s bye week opens a jam-packed weekend of college football action. Thursday’s tripleheader features SC State vs. Morgan State in a Celebration Bowl showdown and Troy vs. James Madison as JMU fights for division supremacy. Friday highlights Baylor’s surprise loss at UCF after Dave Aranda’s firing. Saturday’s morning offers FCS playoff stakes with #4 Youngstown State at #11 North Dakota and a Big 12 clash as #22 Arizona visits #13 Texas Tech. Mid‑day delivers the #17 Florida‑#3 Georgia rivalry in Atlanta, while the night caps off with #2 Ohio State at USC and Clemson vs. Florida State amid coaching turmoil. The guide pinpoints the must‑watch matchups and key storylines for fans deciding how to spend their Saturday.
In the SEC coaches’ teleconference, Michigan’s Kalen DeBoer defended offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, calling him a “great play‑caller” and blaming recent offensive hiccups on execution, not scheme. DeBoer also addressed Noah Rogers’ limited snaps, praised Rico Scott’s recent impact, and offered high praise for LSU’s explosive offense and Lane Kiffin’s coaching. Meanwhile, Kiffin warned LSU about Alabama’s “most talented” lineup, likening them to historic Crimson Tide squads, a claim met with skepticism from analyst Michael Casagrande. The exchange highlights contrasting coaching philosophies ahead of LSU’s upcoming SEC showdown.
Week 9 finds the SEC in flux as Kentucky seizes the lead after Georgia’s bye, while Alabama looms as a top challenger. LSU’s focus centers on linebacker Whit Weeks, whose leg fracture on Sept. 26 shows promising healing and could see him back in practice—and possibly against Alabama—next week. Meanwhile, highly recruited basketball guard R.J. Luis fights a court battle to secure eligibility, sparking debate over his future play. The roundup also highlights Sam Leavitt’s pivotal matchup against Alabama, underscoring the conference’s unpredictable race for the top spot.
LSU has won 117 of 133 night games at Tiger Stadium since 2000, making Death Valley one of college football’s most intimidating evening venues. Head coach Lane Kiffin believes the SEC is intentionally stripping away that advantage. He is upset that LSU’s upcoming matchup against Alabama was scheduled for a 2:30 PM CT afternoon kickoff […]
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Brian Kelly has watched college football from the studio this fall, and what he sees looks very different from the old days. Week 7 brought a double-overtime escape for Miami against Florida State, then Week 8 sent BYU to its first loss, also in double overtime to UCF. Now the former LSU coach has a […]
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Indiana basketball is set to host 2028 four‑star point guard Amarion Smith‑Holley during the weekend of Nov. 14, according to 247Sports reporter Dushawn London. The 6‑foot junior from Richwoods HS in Peoria, Ill., posted 21.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.5 steals as a sophomore and earned Class 4A IBCA and Illinois Media all‑state first‑team honors. Ranked No. 74 overall and No. 14 at his position, Smith‑Holley also played for Mac Irvin Fire on the Nike EYBL circuit and has offers from Kansas, Illinois, LSU, TCU, and more. IU football meets USC that same weekend.
Week 8 shakes up the SEC as Alabama storms past Texas A&M 31‑20, highlighted by QB Keelon Russell’s 311 passing yards and three TDs. LSU crushes Auburn 38‑17 behind Sam Leavitt’s 388 yards and three touchdowns, while Kentucky dominates Vanderbilt 34‑17 with QB Kenny Minchey’s dual‑threat performance. Texas falls 34‑27 to #19 Ole Miss, and South Carolina upsets #11 Tennessee 27‑24 on LaNorris Sellers’ 210‑yard, three‑score effort. The latest standings put Kentucky (7‑1, 5‑1 SEC) atop the conference, followed by Georgia (6‑1) and Alabama (6‑2). Key standout stats include RB Raleek Brown’s 157 rushing yards for Texas and DB Jelani McDonald’s pick for Ole Miss.
Indiana’s passing game has slipped below a 60% completion rate in its last three games, with quarterback Josh Hoover hampered by an arm injury and a sputtering rush. While Hoover isn’t solely to blame, the Hoosiers rank poorly among nation‑wide quarterbacks, trailing only a few standouts like Miami’s Darian Mensah. The article compares Hoover to transfer hopefuls such as LSU’s Sam Leavitt, Oklahoma State’s Drew Mestemaker, and Oregon’s Dylan Raiola, highlighting that most have struggled similarly. Coach Curt Cignetti emphasizes recruiting and developing talent over chasing portal transfers, noting Indiana’s past success with Kurtis Rourke and Fernando Mendoza.
Mississippi State’s breakout sophomore quarterback Kamario Taylor is out for the rest of the 2026 season after undergoing toe surgery. The 6‑ft‑4, 230‑lb signal‑caller had led the Bulldogs to a 4‑0 start, posting 1,460 passing yards and 17 touchdowns while becoming an early Heisman finalist. Taylor, who missed the LSU game and was injured against Missouri, will now support his replacements, including Parker Puckett, from the sidelines. He is expected to recover fully and remains a top prospect for the 2028 NFL Draft as the Bulldogs face Texas and upcoming SEC opponents.
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Two losses usually leave a team with less room for error in the national title race. But ESPN’s Rece Davis believes LSU can win it all if it gets in. After watching the Tigers beat Auburn on the road, he picked them as a dangerous underdog. The catch is that LSU still has to get […]
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LSU enters its bye week at 6-2 overall and 3-2 in the SEC after a dominant 38-17 win over Auburn. The Tigers, amid a season of highs and low‑points, are gearing up for a tough stretch that begins with Alabama on Nov. 7. Amid the buzz, SB Nation Reacts launches a poll asking fans to nominate a mid‑season MVP for LSU, highlighting standout performances that have kept the Bayou Bengals competitive.
The former Notre Dame and LSU head coach broke down what makes each of the current Power 4 openings enticing in his eyes on Tuesday.
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The latest SEC roundup, titled “The SEC in a Sentence,” reviews each team’s recent fortunes after a chaotic week of games. Alabama fans lament a lackluster win over Texas A&M, while Arkansas rides a one‑game streak into Missouri after a shaky offseason. Auburn’s loss still stings, Florida’s turnover woes continue, and Georgia is urged to steady its play against Auburn. Kentucky’s surprising rise fuels talk of a championship clash with Georgia, and LSU aims to impact the playoff picture after a bye. Ole Miss, now 5‑2, emerges as a CFP contender amid conference parity. South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Texas A&M, and Vanderbilt each face their own uncertainties, highlighted by Arch Manning’s heroics and missteps for Texas.
After an OT loss to Kentucky, LSU finally clicks, rattling off back‑to‑back SEC wins and a 38‑17 rout of Auburn on Oct. 24. QB Sam Leavitt erupts for 387 yards and four TDs, while Jackson Harris adds 178 receiving yards and two scores. The Tigers also pile up seven sacks, showing a revived defense. Now 6‑2 overall (3‑2 SEC), LSU’s offense looks explosive and its defense disruptive, but challenges loom against Alabama, Texas and Tennessee.
LSU finally breaks its road slump as quarterback Sam Leavitt sparks a 38-17 win over Auburn, earning him SEC Offensive Player of the Week and a boost to his waning draft stock. The victory, highlighted in the Tiger Tales roundup, also notes rising receiver Jackson Harris and previews the upcoming LSU‑Alabama clash slated for 2:30 p.m. on ABC. Fans get a quick look at the team's offensive turnaround and the next big showdown.
LSU heads into its bye week on a high note after a historic 38-17 road win at Auburn—its first SEC road victory since 2024—improving to 6-2. Quarterback Sam Leavitt dazzles with 387 passing yards, three touchdowns and a total of 432 yards, earning SEC Offensive Player of the Week. Freshman receiver Jackson Harris adds two more scores, bringing his touchdown total to seven in five games. defensive standout Jordan Ross records four tackles and two sacks, snagging Defensive Lineman of the Week honors. Coach Lane Kiffin praises Harris’s rapid rise. LSU now turns its focus to a tough November slate, opening with a showdown at Alabama on Nov. 7.
LSU edge rusher Jordan Ross earns his second SEC Defensive Lineman of the Week honor of the 2026 season after a dominant performance against Auburn on Oct. 24. Ross recorded four tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss and two sacks, helping the Tigers secure a road win. The accolade highlights his back‑to‑back impact plays as LSU prepares to host Alabama on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in Tiger Stadium.