LSU ranked fifth in SEC preseason media poll for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
At the SEC Football Kickoff Media Day on July 23, 2026, the LSU Tigers were predicted to finish fifth in the Southeastern Conference. This ranking places them behind Georgia, Texas, Ole Miss, and Texas A&M. LSU's performance last season has created expectations among fans and media for a potential College Football Playoff appearance under head coach Lane Kiffin in his first year. The ranking signals LSU's place within a competitive conference as the season approaches.
- •LSU Tigers are predicted to finish fifth in the SEC.
- •Georgia is the favorite for the upcoming season.
- •Lane Kiffin is entering his first season as head coach.
- •Expectations are high for a potential College Football Playoff berth.
- •SEC Media Days took place from July 23 to 26, 2026.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — LSU predicted to finish 5th in SEC
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