LSU struggles in loss to Ole Miss during Magnolia Bowl matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
LSU faced Ole Miss in the Magnolia Bowl on September 20, 2026, losing 32-24. The game highlighted issues for the Tigers, particularly in the trenches, where their defense struggled to pressure Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, who threw for 289 yards in the first half. LSU's offensive line also failed to protect Sam Leavitt, leading to inconsistent play. Despite trailing 24-7 at halftime, LSU showed resilience, tying the game in the second half through coaching adjustments and improved offensive execution but could not secure a victory. The outcome raises questions about LSU's development as the season progresses.
- •LSU loses 32-24 in Magnolia Bowl against Ole Miss on September 20.
- •Trinidad Chambliss threw for 289 yards in the first half for Ole Miss.
- •LSU's defense struggled to create pressure, raising concerns for the team.
- •Sam Leavitt experienced protection issues, affecting his performance.
- •LSU managed to tie the game in the second half after being down 24-7.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — LSU Loss to Ole Miss Reveals Truths About Team
"We learned a lot during the latest Magnolia Bowl. Thanks to Lane Kiffin, we expected the stage in Mississippi to rank among the peak game backdrops in the sport, and it delivered. The raucous environment in Oxford, Mississippi, exposed the college football world to the raw energy of hatred and the passion that accompanies a …
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