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LSU's Defense Dominates Florida in Big Win to Kickoff SEC Play

LSU’s defense forced five interceptions and limited Florida to 79 rushing yards, maintaining a strong defensive record despite injuries to key linebackers.

  • On the evening of Saturday, September 13, 2025, LSU secured a 20-10 victory against the Florida Gators at their home venue in Baton Rouge.
  • The game followed LSU's strong defensive background, as the Tigers intercepted Florida quarterback D.J. Lagway five times, including two by Dashawn Spears.
  • Key plays included Spears’ 58-yard pick-six in the third quarter that gave LSU a 20-10 lead and interceptions by A.J. Haulcy, Tamarcus Cooley, and DJ Pickett.
  • Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier completed 15 of 27 passes for 220 yards, throwing one touchdown and one interception, while LSU limited Florida to just 79 total rushing yards and demonstrated superior ball control.
  • LSU improved to 3-0 and 1-0 in SEC play with this win, setting up a tuneup game hosting Southeastern Louisiana next Saturday night.
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Irked Kelly fires back at doubters after LSU win

LSU coach Brian Kelly didn't hold back in his postgame media availability on Saturday, following a 20-10 win over Florida that perhaps wasn't as glamorous as it could have been, telling reporters "I really don't care. We're trying to win football games."

·United States
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No. 3 LSU intercepts 5 of Florida QB DJ Lagway’s passes in the Tigers’ 20-10 victory

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Garrett Nussmeier threw for 220 yards and a touchdown, Dashawn Spears returned one of his first two career interceptions 58 yards for a touchdown and No. 3 LSU beat Florida 20-10 on Saturday night.

·Welland, Canada
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No. 3 LSU snags five interceptions in win over Florida

Garrett Nussmeier threw a touchdown pass, Dashawn Spears returned one of LSU's five interceptions for a touchdown and the No. 3 Tigers defeated Florida 20-10 on Saturday night in Baton Rouge, La.

·Georgia, United States
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DJ Lagway falls apart as Gators lose at No. 3 LSU

UF quarterback DJ Lagway threw five interceptions as the Gators lost 20-10 at LSU to fall to 1-2 with a visit to No. 5 Miami ahead.

·Deerfield Beach, United States
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Instant Takeaways: LSU Football Earns Critical 20-10 Week 3 Win Over Florida Gators

Brian Kelly and Co. open SEC play in the win column, handle business against the Gators in Death Valley.

·New York, United States
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The AdvocateThe Advocate
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With five interceptions, LSU defense leads the way in the Tigers' win over Florida

LSU football beat Florida 20-10 on Saturday night inside Tiger Stadium after recording interceptions off Gators quarterback DJ Lagway.

·Baton Rouge, United States
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