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Sports Illustrated explores potential conference realignment scenarios for LSU

Sports Illustrated • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 10:36 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Sports Illustrated explores potential conference realignment scenarios for LSU

Summary

Sports Illustrated published a hypothetical analysis regarding the status of LSU within the SEC. The piece examines potential conference realignment possibilities should the university leave the league. This scenario serves as part of a broader review of current developments in college football. The report follows the start of the season, which included an early sack taken by Arch Manning. No official discussions regarding the removal or departure of the team from the conference have been confirmed. The assessment remains speculative as observers monitor the of collegiate sports.

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Key Details

•Sports Illustrated examines hypothetical realignment scenarios involving LSU.
•The analysis addresses potential membership changes within the SEC.
•Arch Manning recorded a sack before the initial snap of the current season.
•The report is part of a wider overview of college football news.

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In our hypothetical landscape, here’s how The Dash views another conference realignment if the shocking development happens.
— Sports Illustratedby Pat Forde

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