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Alabama running back Roydell Williams (23) dives over LSU safety Jay Ward (5) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. LSU defensive back Darren Evans (24) looks on. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

LSU almost pulls off upset, but Alabama prevails in unexpectedly close game

By Reed Darcey November 6, 2021

LSU put up a good fight on Saturday night in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, but the Crimson Tide prevailed 20-14 in an unexpectedly close game. Ed Orgeron dialed up a fake punt on the Tigers’ first drive...

Florida football head coach Dan Mullen walks off the field Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, after LSU's 49-42 win against Florida at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Reveille College Football Weekly Pick ‘Em: Week 10

By Jared Brodtmann and Henry Huber November 6, 2021

Henry Huber: This week in college football is a special one. The College Football Playoff rankings were put in place on Tuesday, and with that fact comes a lot of questions. How will Cincinnati respond...

LSU football sophomore quarterback Max Johnson (14) yells a play to his team Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, during LSU's 49-42 win against Florida at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Scouting Report: Does LSU even have a chance against Alabama?

By Dylan Sanders November 4, 2021

This Saturday, LSU will be taking on an Alabama team that is fresh off being ranked the No. 2 team in the country. Bama is Bama, and LSU will not be given much chance heading into this game. LSU is currently...

LSU football junior wide receiver Jaray Jenkins (10) celebrates his touchdown with freshman wide receiver Jack Bech (80), freshman wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (11) and junior wide receiver Devonta Lee (16) Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, during LSU's 49-42 win against Florida at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Inside Jack Bech’s journey: How an unknown recruit became LSU’s top receiver

It was another Saturday. Jack Bech was with his high school teammates, watching film. He was hanging on to every play that ran across the screen before him, and absorbed every word his coaches spoke. Then...

LSU football head coach Ed Orgeron interviews with an ESPN host Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, after LSU's 49-42 win against Florida at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Column: LSU and Alabama have small difference in talent, large gap in results

By Nick Ombrellaro November 4, 2021

Alabama. Just the name elicits an eye-roll when thinking about them in the college football world. Nick Saban has shown year after year that the program he has created is what others should compare themselves...

LSU football defensive coordinator Daronte Jones coaches his team during halftime 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.

Football Notebook: Orgeron criticizes scheme, Brennan transfers and injuries rage

By Reed Darcey & Joe Kehrli November 3, 2021

Ed Orgeron laughed Monday when he was asked if he had thought about the last time his team traveled to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to face the No. 3 Crimson Tide. He said he hasn’t had much time to reflect.  But...

LSU head coach Ed Orgeron glances back at the football field Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, during LSU's 49-42 win against Florida at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Film Room: How LSU can beat Alabama

By Trey Davis November 3, 2021

This weekend could be a thriller in Bryant Denny Stadium as the No. 3 Alabama Crimson Tide will combat the Tigers of LSU. LSU has a chance to make this game captivating from the opening kick, but there...

The LSU soccer team huddles up Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021 before LSU’s 4-0 win against South Carolina at the LSU Soccer Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU soccer’s SEC push comes to halt in quarterfinals, Tigers prepping for NCAA tourney

By Michael Sanchez November 3, 2021

The LSU soccer team came up one goal short in the quarterfinals on Tuesday night, becoming the sixth team eliminated from the SEC tournament by the hands of the No.1 seeded Arkansas Razorbacks.“As...

A billboard reads “25 Years of Not Fixing What Ain’t Broke” on Aug. 25, 2021, above the Raising Cane’s restaurant at 3313 Highland Road in Baton Rouge.

Column: The Rise and Fall of Ed Orgeron

By Jared Brodtmann November 3, 2021

The Raising Cane’s on Lee Drive was plastered with Ed Orgeron's face. Cardboard cutouts of him in different poses guarded the rooftop of the fast-food restaurant, and the bright yellow “Coach...

LSU football senior offensive guard Ed Ingram (70) speaks to the press Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, during the weekly press conference in the LSU Football Operations Center on Skip Bertman Dr.

The Reveille talks LSU-Alabama with The Crimson White’s Ashlee Woods

By Jared Brodtmann and Ashlee Woods November 3, 2021

Jared Brodtmann: Hi, everyone! I’m honored to be joined this week for a special LSU-Alabama Q&A with Ashlee Woods of the Crimson White, Alabama’s student newspaper. She’s extremely...

Alabama head coach Nick Saban and LSU head coach Les Miles greet each other after the BCS National Championship game in New Orleans in January. Saban seems pleased that a four-team playoff won'€™t be limited to conference champions. (AP photo)

Column: How Nick Saban made one of easiest and hardest head coaching jobs

By Peter Rauterkus November 2, 2021

It is no secret that Nick Saban laid the foundation for the renaissance the LSU Football program has seen in the 21st century, but it can also be said that he has been a major part of the downfall of his...

LSU president William F. Tate IV and coach Kim Mulkey stand together Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, during The Fast Break Club Kickoff event in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on N. Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

From booster event to big exhibition win, Mulkey has excitement building in LSU women’s hoops

By Peter Rauterkus November 1, 2021

It was a busy week for LSU women’s basketball as Kim Mulkey truly introduced herself to the LSU fanbase in multiple ways. On Tuesday, LSU had its kickoff event for the Fast Break booster Club where...