Lane Kiffin considers sitting key LSU players for McNeese game

LSU football coach Lane Kiffin is contemplating whether to rest key players for the upcoming game against McNeese State on October 3. The team is dealing with a series of injuries, including to quarterback Sam Leavitt and linebacker Whit Weeks. LSU, currently ranked 11th and holding a 3-1 record, most recently defeated Texas A&M 35-6. Kiffin has indicated that due to the seven remaining SEC games, he may need to adjust his strategy, particularly considering the significant injuries affecting the team's depth. Decisions regarding player availability will be made closer to game day as Kiffin remains cautious.

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