LSU prepares for 2026 college football season under Lane Kiffin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:24 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
LSU football begins its 2026 season with new head coach Lane Kiffin, who takes over after Brian Kelly's departure. The Tigers are set to face Clemson in Week 1, a rematch following last season’s 17-10 victory by LSU. Kiffin's tenure brings heightened expectations for the program, with predictions of significant wins against rivals like Ole Miss and Alabama. The game-by-game outlook highlights LSU's potential path towards an SEC title and College Football Playoff appearance, starting with a favorable schedule against teams like Louisiana Tech and McNeese.
- •Kiffin replaces Brian Kelly at LSU for the 2026 season.
- •LSU starts with a rematch against Clemson in Week 1.
- •Predicted wins include Louisiana Tech and McNeese State.
- •Key games include matchups against Ole Miss and Alabama.
- •The season's outcomes may affect LSU's CFP aspirations.
- 1:24 AMYahoo Sports — LSU football game-by-game picks, postseason prediction for 2026 season
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