LSU and Ole Miss prepare for pivotal college football matchup
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 1:02 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
No. 7 LSU visits No. 8 Ole Miss on Saturday for a crucial SEC showdown. Both teams are off to strong starts, with the Rebels facing a tougher schedule thus far. Ole Miss quarterback Sam Leavitt’s performance, particularly his turnover issues, could be decisive. The atmosphere in Oxford is expected to be electric as Lane Kiffin returns to his former rival's territory. Analysts indicate that the outcome may hinge on mistakes made by either team.
- •LSU ranks 7th nationally and Ole Miss ranks 8th.
- •The matchup is set for Saturday, September 18, 2026.
- •Ole Miss looks to exploit LSU's quarterback turnover issues.
- •Both teams are off to strong starts this season.
- •Analysts suggest the game will be closely contested.
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