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No. 3 LSU Anticipates a Tough Test From Humbled Florida and Embattled Coach Billy Napier
Florida Coach Billy Napier faces intensified scrutiny after a narrow 18-16 loss to South Florida despite being an 18-point favorite, ahead of the SEC opener against LSU's Brian Kelly.
- LSU entered the week of September 11, 2025, undefeated at 2-0, preparing to face Florida in Baton Rouge amid health concerns on offense.
- This matchup follows Florida's recent upset home loss to South Florida, which has intensified scrutiny on coach Billy Napier despite his strong roster and past successes.
- LSU's coach Brian Kelly expressed confidence in his team's culture and key players, highlighting the return of center Braelin Moore from injury and praising DJ Chester's performance.
- Tyreak Sapp emphasized the opportunity this game presents, and LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier remarked, "The encouraging thing is we're 2-0," reflecting solid early-season form.
- The game’s outcome could influence Florida's season trajectory and Napier's standing, while LSU aims to sustain momentum from its 2024 successes and early 2025 wins.
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No. 3 LSU anticipates a tough test from humbled Florida and embattled coach Billy Napier
LSU coach Brian Kelly calls any talk of firing Florida counterpart Billy Napier “crazy.” And yet, Kelly’s No. 3 Tigers could very well contribute to Napier’s demise when they host the Gators in both teams’ SEC opener on Saturday night.
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Scott Rabalais: Florida's Billy Napier is again on the hot seat heading into LSU game
Florida coach Billy Napier is again on the hot seat heading into the LSU game. He beat the Tigers last year to keep his job, but is in a bigger fix this time.
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Leaning Left2Leaning Right2Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution56% Center
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- 56% of the sources are Center
56% Center
L 22%
C 56%
R 22%
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