LSU enters top 25 rankings following home victory over Clemson

LSU opened its football season with a 51-10 victory against Clemson at Tiger Stadium on September 5, 2026. The game, which followed a two-hour weather delay, marked the start of the Lane Kiffin era for the Tigers. Quarterback Sam Leavitt accounted for 343 total yards and three touchdowns, while running back Dillin Jones added 113 rushing yards and two scores. The LSU defense limited Clemson to 10 points and secured a pick-six from Jordan Ross. Following the win, the team moved into the No. 8 spot in the latest AP Top 25 poll. LSU will next host Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday night, where they aim to refine their passing game and maintain the intensity demonstrated in the season opener.

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