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LSU football ranked eighth as they prepare for Kentucky matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

LSU football ranked eighth as they prepare for Kentucky matchup
Summary

LSU football, with a 4-1 record, is ranked eighth in ESPN's Football Power Index (FPI) before their game against Kentucky in Lexington. The Tigers have won their last two games, recently defeating McNeese 63-14. Kentucky, coming off an overtime win against South Carolina, looks to continue its strong performance after an earlier upset over Texas A&M. LSU's challenging SEC schedule resumes this week, with notable upcoming games against top-ranked teams including Texas and Alabama.

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  • •LSU is currently 4-1 and ranked No. 8 in FPI.
  • •Tigers aim to extend their two-game win streak.
  • •Next up for LSU is a road game against Kentucky.
  • •Kentucky won their last game in overtime against South Carolina.
  • •LSU has a challenging schedule ahead in the SEC.
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Here's where ESPN's FPI ranks LSU football after the Tigers' 4-1 start. Next up, LSU travels to face Kentucky in Lexington.

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