LSU vs. SEC

Alabama got fourth-quarter touchdowns from two tight ends against Texas A&M. The wrinkle creates a red-zone identification test for LSU.

LSU forced four straight punts and allowed 52 yards after Auburn made it 17-10. The response sequence matters more than any one sack before Alabama.

Jordan Ross earned his second SEC weekly honor after two sacks at Auburn. His season production gives LSU a credible four-man pressure plan before Alabama.

Alabama outscored Texas A&M 14-0 in the fourth quarter, allowed only 15 yards and forced three turnovers. LSU’s bye-week plan must account for that closing strength.

Alabama beat Texas A&M 31-20 despite rushing for only 68 yards. LSU’s scouting challenge is to keep the run contained without exposing Keelon Russell’s passing game.

LSU rose to No. 15 in the October 25 AP Top 25 after beating Auburn 38-17. The Tigers remain in a crowded SEC race with Alabama next.

LSU’s 38-17 win at Auburn ended an eight-game SEC road losing streak dating to 2024. The breakthrough changes what the Tigers can demand at Alabama.

LSU scored 31 first-half points at Auburn, its most in an SEC road game since 2019. Here is why the fast start matters before Alabama.

LSU gained 552 yards, earned 29 first downs and scored on five of its first six possessions at Auburn. Here is how sustained drives powered the 38-17 win.

Dilin Jones rushed 19 times for 90 yards and a touchdown as LSU beat Auburn 38-17. His workload gave the Tigers the balance their explosive passing game needed.

LSU recorded seven sacks and held Auburn to 67 rushing yards in a 38-17 road win. The defensive formula began with disciplined rush lanes and early-down control.

Jackson Harris caught nine passes for 178 yards and two touchdowns in LSU’s 38-17 win at Auburn, proving he can drive the offense underneath and over the top.

Sam Leavitt produced 441 total yards and four touchdowns without a turnover as LSU beat Auburn 38-17. Here is why the performance matters before Alabama.

No. 18 LSU beat Auburn 38-17 at Jordan-Hare Stadium as Sam Leavitt accounted for four touchdowns and Jackson Harris delivered 178 receiving yards.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill filed an October 20 reply backing LSU’s motion to dismiss the SEC lawsuit and disputing the conference’s institutional-control claim.

The SEC filed its Oct. 13 opposition to LSU's motion to dismiss, alleging an ongoing institutional-control dispute. No ruling or expulsion decision has been issued; LSU's reply is due Oct. 20.

The NFL reinstated Zxavian Harris’ 2026 eligibility on October 12, allowing the former Ole Miss defensive tackle to visit, try out and sign with any team after determining he never participated in football activities at LSU. Dae’Quan Wright’s status has not changed.

Attorneys for at least 48 athletes asked a Louisiana judge to hold the SEC, Greg Sankey and LSU in contempt, alleging violations of a September 9 eligibility injunction.

The SEC's presidents and chancellors met Sept. 10 and announced no LSU expulsion decision. The conference says discussions involving expectations and responsibilities will continue as member schools work toward a resolution.

LSU’s fight with the SEC has de-escalated, but the legal and governance questions are not fully gone. We rank the most likely endgames—from settlement and limited discipline to a conference authority ruling or, in a true worst case, a break between LSU and the SEC.