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LSU football freshman defensive line Maason Smith (0) attempts to swat a pass Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, during LSU’s 42-20 loss against Kansas State at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.

Making off-season moves with Maason Smith: How No. 0 is training to outpower his competition

By Jacob Verdin January 30, 2022

Athletes are tasked with being the most skilled and gifted individuals in the world, but how can they maintain such ability? For LSU sophomore Maason Smith, he is centering his off-season preparation around...

LSU senior quarterback Joe Burrow (9) holds up the trophy on Monday, January 13, 2020 after LSU's 42-25 win against Clemson at the National Championship in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

Column: 2019 LSU football team continues to validate ‘best team of all time’ claims in the NFL

By Henry Huber @HenryHuber_ January 30, 2022

It isn’t a secret that LSU had an amazing football team two years ago, as it put up legendary numbers against a notoriously difficult list of teams that included Alabama, Georgia, Clemson, Oklahoma...

LSU football junior placekicker Cade York (36) greets a fan Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, during LSU’s 42-20 loss against Kansas State at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.

Column: A Deep Dive into UCF’s controversial 2017 National Championship

By Henry Huber January 9, 2022

While many people consider the LSU v Alabama National Championship in 2012 as the nail in the coffin regarding the BCS Championship, there was another reason why the playoff was put into place. Group of...

LSU football sophomore defensive end BJ Ojulari (8) celebrates after sacking the opposing quarterback Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, during LSU’s 42-20 loss against Kansas State at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.

A depleted LSU falls to Kansas State in TaxAct Texas Bowl; Rebuilding begins

By Dylan Sanders January 5, 2022

HOUSTON, Tx. – It was a weird night in Houston, as Kansas State beat LSU 42-20 in the TaxAct Texas Bowl, but it’s one that Lutcher native Jontre Kirklin will never forget. As fans online were...

UTSA head coach Jeff Traylor, center, is doused by his players after the team's win over Western Kentucky in an NCAA college football game in the Conference USA Championship, Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Column: The Hidden Gems of Bowl Season: what college football games to look out for while awaiting the College Football Playoff

By Henry Huber @HenryHuber_ December 17, 2021

Bowl season is a lot of fun, and there is more to look forward to than what meets the eye. Obviously, there’s the College Football Playoff, New Year’s Six Bowls, Citrus Bowl and the other...

LSU football sophomore quarter back Max Johnson (14) takes the field on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, during LSU’s 27-14 victory over ULM in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Max Johnson and Deion Smith enter transfer portal, Jake Johnson decommits

By Dylan Sanders December 7, 2021

LSU quarterback Max Johnson announced late Tuesday night that he will be entering his name into the transfer portal. His brother, a four-star tight end recruit followed suit and decommitted from the university...

LSU football freshman linebacker Sloan Wright (48) and senior cornerback Lloyd Cole (32) put their arms around head coach Ed Orgeron for his final game Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, during LSU's 27-24 win against Texas A&M at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Film Room: How LSU played up to A&M, avoiding a losing season

By Trey Davis December 1, 2021

Saturday night in Death Valley was exactly the finale that LSU needed for this season. The Tigers finished 6-6 and 3-5 in conference play. Against the Aggies they had given up a 10-point lead in the fourth...

Brian Kelly poses along with athletics director Scott Woodward Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021, while holding up LSU's "win!" bar during the press conference held in regard to his recent hire as LSU football's new head coach at the Bill Lawton Room in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Column: Why Brian Kelly is a good hire for LSU

By Peter Rauterkus December 1, 2021

When searching for a new head football coach, it was clear that LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward wanted to make a splash by hiring someone with a winning pedigree and a great resumé. Having hired...

Brian Kelly smiles Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021, during a press conference held in regard to his recent hire as LSU football's new head coach at the Bill Lawton Room in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Under Brian Kelly, LSU expects multiple championships: ‘He’s here to sustain it’

By Reed Darcey December 1, 2021

On Nov. 22, Brian Kelly was asked if he’d consider leaving Notre Dame for another head coaching gig. He implied that it would be difficult to lure him away.  “Unless that fairy godmother...

FILE - Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly looks on during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Navy in South Bend, Ind., Nov. 6, 2021. LSU is hiring away from Notre Dame, a stunning move of one of the most accomplished coaches in college football jumping from the sport's most storied program to a Southeastern Conference powerhouse. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

LSU to pay Brian Kelly, a regimented, no-nonsense coach, $100 million over 10 years

By Dylan Sanders November 30, 2021

“He’s an organized dude. He’s gonna get that place right,” current Chicago Bear and former Notre Dame tight end Cole Kmet said while hanging out with former players in a Twitter...

Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly leaves the field following an NCAA college football game against Georgia Tech, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in South Bend, Ind. Notre Dame won 55-0. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Reports: LSU to hire Brian Kelly as next head football coach

By Reveille Staff Report November 29, 2021

LSU’s wild coaching search is coming to an end. The school has reportedly struck a deal that will make Brian Kelly, head coach at Notre Dame, its next head football coach, according to multiple reports...

LSU football freshman wide receiver Jack Bech (80) points to the crowd Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, after LSU's 27-24 win against Texas A&M at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU coach search ripe with uncertainty. What’s guaranteed: new coach to inherit quality roster

By Peter Rauterkus November 28, 2021

It was a storybook ending to the Ed Orgeron era. A game-winning touchdown pass, senior leader Damone Clark icing the game with two sacks, Tiger Stadium descending into utter madness at the final whistle....