Lane Kiffin seeks guard position improvements for LSU football despite opening win

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Lane Kiffin seeks guard position improvements for LSU football despite opening win
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LSU coach Lane Kiffin expressed the need for offensive line improvement following the team's 51-10 win over Clemson on September 5. Although the Tigers tallied more than 300 rushing yards and surrendered zero sacks during the game, Kiffin noted the performance was not entirely flawless. Quarterback Sam Leavitt successfully evaded pressure on several occasions to avoid sacks, and running back Dilin Jones faced contact behind the line of scrimmage throughout the night. Kiffin specifically highlighted the guard position as an area requiring quick attention before the team enters Southeastern Conference play. The current offensive line unit includes Jordan Seaton, Bo Bordelon, Braelin Moore, Aliou Bah, and Weston Davis. Despite the statistical success in the season opener, the coaching staff remains focused on technical refinements for the revamped group.

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  • LSU defeated Clemson 51-10 in the season opener at Tiger Stadium.
  • LSU recorded over 300 rushing yards and zero sacks against Clemson.
  • Jordan Seaton earned Southeastern Conference Offensive Lineman of the Week honors.
  • Kiffin identified guard play as a specific focus for improvement moving forward.
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While many things went right for LSU football's offensive line in the biowout vs Clemson, Lane Kiffin knows there's plenty to clean up.

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