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LSU football faces Kentucky with quarterbacks Sam Leavitt and Kenny Minchey

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

LSU football faces Kentucky with quarterbacks Sam Leavitt and Kenny Minchey
Summary

LSU football plays Kentucky in Lexington on Saturday night. Both teams feature transfer quarterbacks, with Sam Leavitt starting for LSU and Kenny Minchey for Kentucky. Leavitt, having completed 66.2% of his passes, has thrown for 1,220 yards, while Minchey has a slightly higher completion rate at 67.8%. The matchup highlights contrasting styles, as Leavitt leads the SEC in rushing touchdowns among quarterbacks with six, whereas Minchey has not scored on the ground. The game is crucial for LSU as they seek their first road victory of the season after a defeat at Ole Miss.

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  • •LSU is 4-1 overall and 2-1 in conference play.
  • •Sam Leavitt's passing grade is 79.5, compared to Minchey's 63.7.
  • •Leavitt leads SEC quarterbacks with six rushing touchdowns.
  • •Minchey has thrown for 1,148 yards and 11 touchdowns.
  • •The game takes place Saturday night in Lexington.
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LSU football and Sam Leavitt take on Kentucky on Saturday night. Which offense has the advantage at the quarterback position?

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