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LSU QB Sam Leavitt ranked No. 18 in ESPN's QBR ahead of Week 7

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Last updated Oct 16, 2026

LSU QB Sam Leavitt ranked No. 18 in ESPN's QBR ahead of Week 7
Summary

LSU football quarterback Sam Leavitt enters Week 7 ranked No. 18 in ESPN's QBR with a score of 81.1. This follows a 35-34 overtime loss to Kentucky, where Leavitt threw for 275 yards and two touchdowns despite two second-half turnovers. The Tigers' defense struggled in the matchup, allowing a total of 35 points. Facing Mississippi State next, LSU aims to rebound against three ranked opponents in their upcoming games. Leavitt's performance will be crucial as he manages a lingering hamstring injury.

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  • •Leavitt's QBR of 81.1 ranks him No. 18 nationally.
  • •LSU lost 35-34 in overtime against Kentucky in Week 6.
  • •Leavitt passed for 275 yards with two touchdowns.
  • •Mississippi State is LSU's next opponent on Saturday.
  • •LSU has three ranked teams in their next four games.
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Here's where LSU football's Sam Leavitt ranks in ESPN's QBR metric ahead of the Tigers Week 7 showdown with Mississippi State.

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