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A LSU fan reacts to a touchdown Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, during LSU’s 48-18 win against Auburn in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU football fans suffer under dangerous heat, students give perspective

By Jason Willis and Gabby Gray September 24, 2024

If you stayed for all of LSU football’s Saturday win over UCLA, you might’ve felt like you lost because of the blistering heat. At 2:53 p.m.–eight minutes after kickoff–the heat index was 100...

LSU football head coach Brian Kelly waves Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, before LSU's 42-30 win against Texas A&M at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Brian Kelly gives update on Harold Perkins, recaps UCLA and previews South Alabama

By Ava Hebert & Lizzie Falcetti September 23, 2024

LSU football is coming off a dominant 34-17 win over UCLA after the defense held the Bruins to a scoreless second half and the offense doubled its points after halftime. Leading the Tigers to victory...

LSU football sophomore linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. (4) smiles Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, during LSU's 42-30 win against Texas A&M at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. out for season with torn ACL

By Tyler Harden September 22, 2024

LSU linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. is expected to miss the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL, per 247sports’ Matt Zenitz.Perkins suffered the injury in the third quarter of LSU's 34-17 win...

LSU football sophomore linebacker Whit Weeks (40) tackles a UCLA player Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, during LSU’s 34-17 win against UCLA at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Three takeaways from LSU’s win over UCLA

By Jason Willis, Managing Editor September 22, 2024

LSU’s win over UCLA featured another second half turnaround just like the week before against South Carolina. The Tigers turned a tie game into a comfortable 17-point win, but the issues that plagued...

LSU football redshirt junior quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13) prepares to pass the ball Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, during LSU's 34-17 win against UCLA at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Garrett Nussmeier’s resilience powers offense to win over UCLA

By Lizzie Falcetti September 21, 2024

Garrett Nussmeier knows resilience.  While many quarterbacks would feel discouraged spending multiple seasons as a backup, he stuck it out with LSU, patiently waiting for his time to start.  He...

LSU football senior defensive end Sai’vion Jones (35) celebrates after recovering a fumble Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, during LSU's 34-17 win against UCLA at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU continues to improve with win over UCLA, but growing pains still plague the Tigers

By Tyler Harden September 21, 2024

It wasn’t all that pretty. Again.When LSU would execute, UCLA always had an answer, until it didn’t. But whenever LSU let up early on, the Bruins would take advantage.What seemed to initially...

LSU football 5th-year-senior wide receiver Kyren Lacy (2) shakes his head after failing to receive a pass Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, during LSU's 34-17 win against UCLA at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU football vs UCLA: Live updates from Tiger Stadium

By Jason Willis, Managing Editor September 21, 2024

LSU football has a valuable chance to build momentum on Saturday in a mid-afternoon day in Death Valley. The Tigers can, at least temporarily, put criticism about defensive struggles and run-blocking troubles...

LSU football senior defensive end Sai’vion Jones (35) tackles the opposing offender Saturday, Sept. 14th, 2024, during LSU’s 36-33 win over South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, Sc.

Here’s how to watch and listen to LSU football vs. UCLA

By Jason Willis, Managing Editor September 21, 2024

LSU football returns home to Tiger Stadium for a matchup with UCLA that seems likely to be a confidence booster. UCLA is coming off a big loss to Indiana and struggled to beat Hawaii in its opener. "SEC...

LSU football sophomore linebacker Whit Weeks (40), senior defensive end Bradyn Swinson (4), senior cornerback Zy Alexander (14), and the rest of the defensive line wait for the snap Saturday, Sept. 14th, 2024, during LSU’s 36-33 win over South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, Sc.

Key Bruin players to watch in LSU’s matchup against UCLA

By Ava Hebert September 20, 2024

LSU will play UCLA in a home matchup on Saturday following their 36-33 win against South Carolina on the road.The Bruins have yet to score more than 16 points in their previous two matchups. In their games...

LSU football holder readies the ball for the kicker Saturday, Sept. 14th, 2024, during LSU’s 36-33 win over South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina.

The Reveille Sports Staff predicts LSU football vs. UCLA

By Reveille Sports Staff September 20, 2024

LSU football found a way to win last week against South Carolina in an instant classic. It was the type of ugly SEC game that one team survives but both teams come away bruised.The Tigers are still searching...

LSU football freshman running back Caden Durham (29) holds onto the ball Saturday, Sept. 14th, 2024, during LSU’s 36-33 win over South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, Sc.

LSU football’s run game has been disappointing. Who’s to blame, and how do the Tigers fix it?

By Marty Sullivan, Deputy Sports Editor September 20, 2024

A run game that was once an anticipated strength has become an unknown likely to define LSU’s season. But finding a solution requires specifying the root cause. Ironically, LSU’s passing game hit...

Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke, below, slides as UCLA defensive back K.J. Wallace, left, defensive back Ramon Henderson, center, and defensive back Bryan Addison defend during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Pasadena, Calif.

We broke down the film. Here’s what to expect from UCLA as it faces LSU

By Tyler Harden September 19, 2024

The LSU Tigers are in an ideal position heading into their home matchup with UCLA. Coming off a thrilling 36-33 win at South Carolina, the Tigers are starting to slowly find their identity for this season.But...