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UCLA running back Zach Charbonnet (24) is tackled by LSU cornerback Cordale Flott (25) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Preparation and Pressure: What went wrong in LSU’s season-opening loss to UCLA

By Natasha Malone September 8, 2021

After the devastating hurricane, Ida invaded the state of Louisiana, displacing tens of thousands; LSU players went into its season-opener at the coveted Rose Bowl against the UCLA Bruins with heavy hearts. On...

LSU football sophomore wide receiver Kayshon Boutte (1) looks at his team before the start of the game Saturday, April 17, 2021, where the LSU football white team defeated purple 23-14 during their spring game at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Column: Don’t count the Tigers out yet: offensive potential untapped

By Peter Rauterkus September 8, 2021

With all the issues that were clear in week one for LSU, one thing that many fans still have confidence in is the play of the wide receiving core. There weren’t many positives to take from LSU’s...

LSU head coach Ed Orgeron watches from the sideline in the closing minutes of the team's loss UCLA in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

LSU’s crushing loss to UCLA caps rough week in Louisiana: ‘They outplayed us for 60 minutes’

By Reed Darcey September 5, 2021

Darrin Gienger spent the week before LSU’s humiliating loss to UCLA picking up the pieces of his damaged house down in Houma, Louisiana.  Gienger said he and his family were lucky to emerge...

UCLA wide receiver Chase Cota (23) leaps into the end zone for a touchdown after a catch past LSU linebacker Navonteque Strong (22) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

UCLA dominates LSU: Tigers’ defense falls apart, offense sputters

By Reveille Staff Report September 4, 2021

UCLA (2-0) controlled most of their Saturday night tilt with LSU (0-1), defeating the Tigers 38 - 27.  For LSU, the game was a repeat of a season ago. The defense gave up large gains on the ground...

A house in Houma is destroyed by a fallen tree, in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. Courtesy Conrad Richard

Storm-battered LSU fans look to UCLA opener for hope: ‘Death Valley down in Houma’

By Joe Kehrli September 3, 2021

First-year LSU Law student Conrad Richard, a native of Houma, had his life uprooted as Category 4 Hurricane Ida made its deadly path through the Louisiana coast on Sunday. Despite the devastation brought...

LSU junior defensive end Neil Farrell Jr. (92) lines up during the Tigers' 45-38 victory over Texas on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, at Darrell K Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium.

Why LSU’s defensive line will bring new life to the defense in 2021

By Peter Rauterkus September 1, 2021

Despite the immense disappointment that last season brought the LSU football program, one thing that remained is the talent on the defensive line. In a game where LSU seemed unmatched on the line of scrimmage...

LSU football freshman quarterback Max Johnson (14) runs the ball Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020 during LSU's 52-24 win against South Carolina in Tiger Stadium.

Max Johnson emerges from wild QB shuffle, becomes newly crowned king of university

By Jared Brodtmann August 27, 2021

It truly is funny how life works. Every instance we think we have the narrative figured out, like a shift in the wind, reality diverges from our vision of what should happen. Anyone familiar with LSU at...

LSU football sophomore running back John Emery Jr. (4) gets brought to the ground by Mississippi State players Saturday, Sep. 26, 2020 during LSU's 44-24 loss against Mississippi State in Tiger Stadium.

Who’s to answer at running back? A look into LSU’s biggest question on offense

By Peter Rauterkus August 25, 2021

When people think of an LSU offense historically, they think of great running backs like Charlie Alexander, Kevin Faulk, and Leonard Fournette, just to name a few. Going into 2021 however, the running...

LSU football senior linebacker Damone Clark (18) tackles senior wide receiver Jontre Kirklin (13) Saturday, April 17, 2021 where the LSU football white team defeated purple 23-14 during their spring game at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Improving in the Middle: How LSU Football’s Linebacking Core will be Different in 2021

By Peter Rauterkus August 22, 2021

After possibly the worst season from a linebacking core in program history, LSU football has made growth at the linebacker position a huge point of emphasis for the 2021 season. LSU’s defense in...

New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill (7) runs in for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Column: Pump the brakes on this season, Saints fans. It’s going to be messy

By Nick Ombrellaro August 22, 2021

Uncertainty lies ahead in the Crescent City as many questions linger in the thoughts of Saints fans. Who will take the reins from Drew Brees? What will this offense look like absent Michael Thomas for...

LSU football freshman outside linebacker BJ Ojulari (8) sacks SC quarterback Collin Hill (15) Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020 during LSU's 52-24 win against South Carolina in Tiger Stadium.

‘Mean, tough, nasty’: LSU football to return to attacking style of defense in 2021

By Peter Rauterkus April 2, 2021

After a historically bad season on defense, LSU football is looking to bring a new mentality to its defense later this year. With new defensive coordinator Daronte Jones, the Tigers are looking to put...

LSU football coach Ed Orgeron and the LSU football team run the field Saturday, Sep. 26, 2020 before LSU's 44-24 loss against Mississippi State in Tiger Stadium.

A New Energy: LSU football looks to rebuild this spring after rough season

By Peter Rauterkus March 27, 2021

Going into the spring coming off one of its worst seasons in recent history, the LSU Football program seems to have found a new life and energy. The 2020 season was a crazy and unforgettable year...