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LSU leads Clemson at halftime in Lane Kiffin's debut

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

LSU leads Clemson at halftime in Lane Kiffin's debut
Summary

Lane Kiffin opened his tenure as the head coach of LSU with a strong performance against Clemson in Baton Rouge on Saturday night. By halftime, LSU established a 28-3 lead over Clemson at Death Valley. The game drew a significant crowd that matched attendance levels from the 2019 season. Players took the field earlier than scheduled to start the contest, marking a notable beginning to the Kiffin era. The game remains in progress as both programs continue their matchup.

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  • •LSU holds a 28-3 lead over Clemson at halftime.
  • •The matchup is being held in Baton Rouge at Death Valley.
  • •Crowd attendance at the stadium is described as rivaling the 2019 season.
  • •Lane Kiffin is making his coaching debut for LSU in this game.
Latest Updates
  • 11:28 PMYahoo Sports — LSU head coach Lane Kiffin recaps win over Clemson, turns attention to LA Tech
  • 11:35 AMFox News — LSU had a revival, Clemson was at a funeral: Lane Kiffin’s debut sends a loud message to college football - Fox News
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Lane Kiffin's LSU debut delivered a 28-3 halftime lead over Clemson as Death Valley crowds rivaled the 2019 season in a star-studded spectacle.

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LSU dominated Clemson in historic fashion to kickoff the Lane Kiffin era.

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