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Lane Kiffin discusses LSU's SEC issues and Alabama kickoff time

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 10:40 AM

Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Lane Kiffin discusses LSU's SEC issues and Alabama kickoff time

Summary

Ahead of the LSU-Alabama game on November 7, head coach Lane Kiffin highlighted the SEC's ongoing dispute with LSU, which has created tension impacting the rivalry. LSU's attempt to include former NFL players Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris has led to a legal battle with the SEC. Kiffin noted this is the first time since 2010 that the game will not be played at night, suggesting the early kickoff could benefit Alabama. Both teams head into the matchup with 6-2 records and are seeking a crucial win in a storied rivalry.

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•Kiffin comments on LSU's conflict with the SEC
•Match scheduled for November 7 at 12:30 p.m. CST
•First daytime LSU-Alabama game since 2010
•LSU and Alabama both have 6-2 records this season

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10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Lane Kiffin suggests LSU’s SEC feud has led to key ‘advantage’ for Alabama in upcoming clash

What they're saying

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Lane Kiffin has pointed to the one big change to the highly-anticipated LSU-Alabama clash, suggesting that the SEC’s issue with the college might be playing into it. LSU has gotten into quite the dispute this year against the SEC after the Tigers tried to bring former NFL players Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris onto their roster.
— Yahoo Sports

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