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FINAL: LSU Beats Clemson 51-10 to Start the Lane Kiffin Era
LSU scored 31 unanswered points behind Sam Leavitt’s three touchdowns and a Jordan Ross pick-six as Clemson managed only a field goal.
- On Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, LSU defeated Clemson 51-10 at Tiger Stadium, marking a dominant start to LSU head coach Lane Kiffin's era after a weather delay pushed kickoff later than expected.
- Lightning strikes forced a significant weather delay at Tiger Stadium, pushing kickoff "later than expected" for the season opener, which featured Kiffin making his coaching debut for the Tigers.
- LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt amassed 343 yards of total offense, while the defense stifled Clemson, limiting the team to 145 total yards and scoring on an interception return by EDGE Jordan Ross.
- Clemson struggled offensively, managing only 145 total yards, forcing a late-game appearance by freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds after Clemson quarterback Christopher Vizzina's early interception and limited production.
- The Tigers' emphatic victory in Baton Rouge serves as a warning to the college football world, while Clemson faces significant questions about its offensive capability following the lopsided 51-10 defeat.
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