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LSU senior running back Darrel Williams (28) rushes the BYU end-zone as BYU senior defensive back Marvin Hifo (17) approaches to block during LSU's 27-0 win against BYU on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans.

Hodges Hall Podcast – LSU suffocates BYU, Texas football’s rough start

Zois Manaris (TigerTV) and Chris Caldarera (The Daily Reveille) discuss LSU's 27-0 win over BYU, and the opening week of the college football season. Topics discussed:  - LSU-BYU recap  - LSU-Chattanooga...

LSU sophmore defensive end Arden Key (49) celebrating after the Tigers scored during halftime against University of Florida on Nov. 19, 2016, at Death Valley.

All-American Arden Key practices without restrictions for the first time

By Kennedi Landry September 6, 2017

Update: Orgeron says that Key is not cleared to play yet, and the team will find out more next week. Junior outside linebacker Arden Key returned full contact practice on Wednesday. Key has been dealing...

LSU outside linebackers coach Dennis Johnson coaches his team on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2017, during the Tigers' 27-0 win against the BYU Cougars in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Dennis “Meatball” Johnson’s journey from LSU walk-on to one of football’s hottest coaches

By Brandon Adam September 6, 2017

LSU’s outside linebackers coach Dennis Johnson is one of the faster risers in the college football ranks. Johnson, 28, has been listed as the number one recruiter in the nation and was listed as...

LSU sophomore wide-receiver Derrick Dillon (19) lands after successfully catching a pass from senior quarterback Danny Etling (16) during LSU's 27-0 win against BYU on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans.

From scout team to starters, LSU players moving up the ladder

By Glen West l @glenwest21 September 5, 2017

LSU football had a group of unknowns on its scouting team in 2015 led by scouting team head coach Ed Orgeron. The team included transfer quarterback Danny Etling, as well as freshman receiver Derrick Dillon...

LSU's offensive line sets up before the play on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2017, during the Tigers' 27-0 win against the BYU Cougars in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

LSU moves up one spot in AP poll

By Hannah Martin September 5, 2017

LSU rose one spot in the AP Top 25 poll this week to No. 12.  With the win over BYU, the Tigers jumped from the preseason ranking of No. 13 ahead of SEC foe, Auburn.  Auburn won its season opener...

The LSU Tigers head football coach Ed Orgeron walks out of the tunnel for pre-game warmups before LSU's 27-0 win against BYU on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans.

Notebook: Orgeron discusses freshmen, suspensions and special teams

By Brandon Adam September 5, 2017

Coach Ed Orgeron held his first press conference of the week on Tuesday. Orgeron discussed his policy on suspensions and the current state of the team following its 27-0 victory over BYU. "We were very...

Junior offensive lineman Garrett Brumfield (78) tries to block sophomore defensive end Rashard Lawrence during the Tigers' spring game on April 22, 2017 at Tiger Stadium.

Brumfield named SEC lineman of the week

By Brandon Adam September 5, 2017

Junior guard Garrett Brumfield was named the SEC offensive lineman of the week. Brumfield finished the game against BYU with 12 knockdowns and did not allow a sack. In his first start, Brumfield helped...

LSU junior cornerback Kevin Toliver II (2) participates in defensive drills during spring football practice on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at the Charles McClendon football practice facility.

Suspended players return to practice on Monday

By Brandon Adam September 4, 2017

The majority of LSU's 13 suspended players returned to practice on Monday. Two projected starters in senior linebacker Donnie Alexander and junior cornerback Kevin Toliver were practicing Monday after...

Canada's offense provides ample opportunity for players

Canada’s offense provides ample opportunity for players

By Brandon Adam September 3, 2017

Under coordinator Matt Canada, LSU’s offense is based around shifts and misdirection. Against BYU, the Tigers rotated multiple skill players, keeping both the receivers and running backs fresh. For...

LSU freshman offense line backer K'Lavon Chaisson (4) prepares before a play on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2017, during the Tigers' 27-0 win against the BYU Cougars in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

LSU defense smothers BYU in 27-0 win

By Brandon Adam September 2, 2017

The Tigers shut out an opponent for the first time since 2014. Dave Aranda's defense held the Cougars to 97 total yards and negative five yards rushing. LSU limited BYU to six first downs, and did not...

LSU junior running back Derrius Guice (5) runs back to position on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2017, during LSU's 14-0 lead at halftime in the Mercedes Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

LSU leads BYU 14-0 at halftime

By Brandon Adam September 2, 2017

The Tigers rode junior running back Derrius Guice to a 14-0 first half lead over BYU. The Heisman hopeful ran the ball 20 times for 87 yards and two touchdowns in the first half. He also has one catch...

LSU junior cornerback Kevin Toliver II (2) defends sophomore wide receiver Drake Davis (25) at during the Tigers' Spring Game at Tiger Stadium on April 22, 2017.

Donnie Alexander, Kevin Toliver among those inactive for season opener

By Staff Reports September 2, 2017

Several players – including two defensive starters – did not make the trip to New Orleans for the Tigers' season opener against BYU. Senior linebacker Donnie Alexander and junior cornerback...