LSU vs. Texas A&M Football History: Series Record, Rivalry & Classic Games
Updated: Sep 27
LSU and Texas A&M have shared a football history since 1899, but the rivalry took on a new life when Texas A&M joined the SEC.
Entering 2026, LSU leads the series 36-25-3.
Quick answer
LSU leads Texas A&M 36-25-3 entering 2026. Explore the rivalry's history, including the famous 74-72 seven-overtime game and recent SEC battles.
The early history
The teams first met in 1899 and played intermittently for decades before becoming annual SEC West opponents after conference realignment.
2018: 74-72 in seven overtimes
Texas A&M beat LSU 74-72 in seven overtimes in one of the wildest games in college football history. The game became an instant symbol of the rivalry's modern chaos.
2019: LSU answers 50-7
A year later, LSU answered emphatically. The undefeated Tigers beat Texas A&M 50-7 in Tiger Stadium during their run to the national championship.
2024 and 2025 swing toward A&M
Texas A&M won the meetings in 2024 and 2025, adding urgency to LSU's next opportunity to shift the series back in its direction.
Why the rivalry matters now
Recruiting territory, SEC standings and recent high-stakes games have made LSU-Texas A&M increasingly important even without the century-old bitterness of Ole Miss or Alabama.
FAQ
Who leads LSU-Texas A&M? LSU leads 36-25-3 entering 2026.
When did the teams first play? 1899.
What was the seven-overtime score? Texas A&M won 74-72 in 2018.
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2026 update: LSU ends Texas A&M's two-game streak
LSU snapped Texas A&M's two-game winning streak in the series with a 35-6 victory in Tiger Stadium on September 26, 2026. The win moved LSU's on-field series lead to 37-25-3 and gave the Tigers their first victory over the Aggies since 2023.
The 2026 result also changed the recent rivalry picture: instead of Texas A&M extending its streak to three, LSU answered with one of the most lopsided wins in the modern SEC stretch of the series.
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