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Sam Leavitt leads LSU to victory over Clemson in season opener

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Sam Leavitt leads LSU to victory over Clemson in season opener

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LSU defeated Clemson 51-10 on September 5 at Tiger Stadium in the debut game for quarterback Sam Leavitt. Leavitt, a transfer from Arizona State, completed 16 of 28 passes for 230 yards with one touchdown and one interception. He added 113 rushing yards on 12 carries, scoring two touchdowns on the ground. Former LSU player Jarvis Landry publicly advised Leavitt to prioritize health by sliding or getting down to avoid unnecessary contact during future runs. The team begins the Lane Kiffin era with this victory and prepares to face Louisiana Tech on September 12. A marquee matchup against Ole Miss follows on September 19.

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•LSU won 51-10 against Clemson on September 5 at Tiger Stadium.
•Sam Leavitt recorded 230 passing yards and 113 rushing yards in his LSU debut.
•Jarvis Landry advised Leavitt to avoid contact during runs to ensure long-term availability.
•LSU plays Louisiana Tech on September 12 before meeting Ole Miss on September 19.

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1:53 AMYahoo Sports — Jarvis Landry Gives Sam Leavitt Clear Advice After LSU Crushes Clemson

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The LSU Tigers made easy work of the Clemson Tigers in a 51-10 win on Sept. 5 at Tiger Stadium. Moreover, it was the first LSU game for Sam Leavitt, who transferred over the offseason from the Arizona State Sun Devils. Leavitt went 16-for-28 on his pass attempts and threw for 230 passing yards along […] The post Jarvis Landry Gives Sam Leavitt Clear Advice After LSU Crushes Clemson appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 1:53 AM
Jarvis Landry Gives Sam Leavitt Clear Advice After LSU Crushes Clemson
The LSU Tigers made easy work of the Clemson Tigers in a 51-10 win on Sept. 5 at Tiger Stadium. Moreover, it was the first LSU game for Sam Leavitt, who transferred over the offseason from the Arizona State Sun Devils. Leavitt went 16-for-28 on his pass attempts and threw for 230 passing yards along […] The post Jarvis Landry Gives Sam Leavitt Clear Advice After LSU Crushes Clemson appeared first on HEAVY.

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