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SEC Week 1: New Coaches, Quarterbacks and a Familiar LSU-Clemson Matchup

On Saturday, LSU hosts Clemson in a rematch of last year's season opener, renewing a rivalry from the Tigers' 17-10 victory in that previous top-10 matchup.
Head coach Lane Kiffin replaced Brian Kelly at LSU during the 2025 season, while Clemson retained long-tenured coach Dabo Swinney, who finished 7-6 last year.
Transfer portal prospect Sam Leavitt will lead LSU's offense, while Clemson named veteran Christopher Vizzina as the Week 1 starter for the matchup.
Clemson returns 53% of last year's production under Swinney, while Kiffin overhauled his roster through the transfer portal entering the opener.
Both teams seek a fresh start after failing to meet expectations in 2025, with Saturday's matchup serving as the initial test for their championship ambitions.

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Allen prepares Clemson defense for an LSU offense built on speed, uncertainty

CLEMSON - Tom Allen has studied Ole Miss, Arizona State, Michigan State and even high school film to prepare Clemson’s defense for LSU. The one thing he has barely watched is LSU.

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