LSU football vs. Western Kentucky: Live updates from Tiger Stadium

By Rami Burks, Reveille Sports Editor

November 22, 2025

LSU football sophomore quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. stands behind the line during the tigers 23-22 victory over Arkansas Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, La.

The LSU Tigers will take on the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at 6:45 p.m. at Tiger Stadium. In this nonconference matchup, both teams will attempt to maintain bowl eligibility after a rollercoaster of the season. Follow along for live updates from Tiger Stadium.

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Nov 22, 2025, 10:53 pm

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LSU football’s defense carries its hapless offense once again in win over Western Kentucky

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Nov 22, 2025, 10:18 pm

FINAL: LSU 13 | WKU 10

End of Game: LSU comes out on top 13-10 in a close, hard-fought matchup. Both teams showcased fight to the very last play of the game.

FINAL:

LSU 13 | WKU 10

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 10:14 pm

1:06 Tiger fumble for Hilltopper return

4th quarter: In an otherwise dead fourth quarter, LSU fumbles the ball. WKU recovers for a 71 yard touchdown. Kick is good for the extra point.

LSU 13 | WKU 10

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 10:08 pm

2:38 Jimari Butler Sac

4th quarter: In a clock burning quarter, Butler secures a sac. Becomes first down for LSU on the next play. Score remains the same.

LSU 13 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:55 pm

6: 44 First down for Harlem Berry

4th quarter: As soon as the Tigers return from a media timeout, Berry runs the ball for a first down. 1st and 10 LSU 49.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:51 pm

7:27 West Weeks with a sack

4th quarter: To bring WKU to a fourth down, Weeks secures a sack. Next play results in 51 yard punt. First down LSU. 1st and 10 on LSU 24.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:40 pm

11:19 incomplete pass for LSU leads the Tigers to call on Damian Ramos to kick another for another 3

4th quarter: An incomplete pass from Van Buren put the Tigers in position to kick for another field goal. Ramos came up clutch with a 29 yard field goal puts LSU ahead by 10.

LSU 13 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:36 pm

12:38 Ju’Juan Johnson opens the half with a first down for LSU

4th quarter: Fourth quarter starts with big LSU offense. (14:28) Van Buren to Johnson with a quick first down. Mere seconds later another first down is recorded.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:30 pm

End 3: Tigers maintain lead in a quick quarter

0:00: Tigers tally three, but the clock ran too fast for them to come up with more. Offense finds a bit of a groove.

LSU 10 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:29 pm

1:10 Tigers break up two consecutive WKU passes, leads to punt attempt

3rd quarter: After LSU broke up two Hilltopper pass attempts, WKU attempts to punt to complete the down. Punt went 53 yards and the Tigers returned it 7. Next play leads to LSU first down.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:25 pm

2:11 37 yard punt puts WKU near its own end zone

3rd quarter: A 37 yard put puts the Hilltoppers on the WKU 3. Next play leads to Perkins coming off the field in minor injury. Exits with minimal help.

Score remains the same.

LSU 10 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:21 pm

3:51 Woodland interception leads to Van Buren catching his own pass

3rd quarter: Woodland interception leads to Van Buren catching his own pass and completes 10 yards on the play.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:12 pm

5:55 Ramos kicks to increase the Tiger lead.

3rd quarter: After Van Buren runs the ball for a first down, Tigers go for 3 on a field goal by Damian Ramos. Kick is good on the 18 yard field goal.

LSU 10 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:09 pm

8:26 insane interception for DJ Pickett gives LSU the ball

3rd quarter: Pickett secures interception off of a West Weeks tip. Places the Tigers on WKU 22. Next play results in a Berry 2 yard reception.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:05 pm

9:03 Tigers punt and no return

3rd quarter: Tigers punt at an effort of 4th down and the Hilltoppers return for 0 yards. WKU takes the ball on their own 15.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 9:01 pm

11:49 incomplete pass for WKU on the WKU 11 results in sac

3rdquarter: WKU incomplete pass allows Tigers to complete a sack on 3rd down and force a Hilltopper punt. Punt results in 0 yards on the return. 2nd and 8 on the LSU 48.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 8:54 pm

Second half starts with quick first down for LSU

3rd quarter: Tigers open the second half with a complete pass for the first down.

13:23 2nd and 11 on LSU 36. Score remains the same

LSU 7 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 8:28 pm

HALFTIME: Tigers take the lead at half

End 2nd quarter: Tigers fight back to take the lead with a touchdown. WKU takes a knee to send it to halftime.

LSU 7 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 8:25 pm

1:14 LSU runs WKU punt back for first down

2nd quarter: WKU punts, Zavion Thomas returns for 39 yards. Results in LSU first down. 1st and 10 WKU 45.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 8:20 pm

1:32 Tigers touchdown

2nd quarter: Following pass interference call, LSU scores a touchdown. Pass from Van Buren to Green. Kick for the extra point is good.

LSU 7 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 8:17 pm

1:41 Creative pass for Tigers first down

2nd quarter: Creative play allows for LSU to throw for a first down. 1st and 10 on WKU 25. Pass interference called on the following play.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 8:11 pm

2:34: Tigers first down

2nd quarter: Van Buren throws a complete pass to Kyle Parker. Results in Tigers first down. Ends up 2nd and 10 on WKU 37.

LSU 0 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:55 pm

9:35 complete pass, Tigers 1st down

Second quarter: 19 yard catch for Trey’dez Green. Another complete pass for another first down for LSU. 1st and 10 on the LSU 42.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:49 pm

10:05 WKU incomplete pass in the end zone

2nd Quarter: Touchdown incomplete. Ball goes to LSU on the LSU 4.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:42 pm

10:48 Incomplete pass

WKU incomplete pass results in 3rd and goal on the LSU 6.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:42 pm

Van Buren throws first interception of season

14:47: Michael Van Buren tosses an interception over the middle and Western Kentucky takes over at the 47-yard line.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:38 pm

13:38: Holding called on the Tigers

Tigers charged with holding on Tylen Singleton. 2nd and 1o on the LSU 28.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:34 pm

14:53 incomplete pass, pass interference on Barion Brown

2nd quarter: Quarter opens up with pass interference call on LSU and Brown. Interception follows by WKU’s Harper Holloman.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:30 pm

End of 1st Quarter

At the end of the first quarter, WKU leads 3-0.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:29 pm

1:04 1st down LSU

First Quarter: Van Buren complete pass Thomas on the first down. Another complete pass to Thomas follows up for another first down. 1st and 10 WKU 36

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:26 pm

3:05: WKU punt fielded

1st quarter: WKU punt fielded by Zavion Thomas. Results in Berry carrying 8 yards on the next play. 2nd and 2 on LSU 29.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:16 pm

WKU Penalty

7:46 Flag on the play. Hilltoppers were offsides, results in a Tigers first down. 1st and 10 LSU 41.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:10 pm

Tigers force a punt after near interception

1st quarter: PJ Woodland looked to have come up with an interception, but the pass was ruled incomplete. Tigers force a punt after a third down sack.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:08 pm

Pass interference moves WKU drive along

10:43 Tigers are charged with pass interference. Received 9 yard penalty.

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 7:01 pm

Hilltoppers score first

11:43 First Quarter: WKU kicks a 36 yard field goal to get on the board.

LSU 0 | WKU 3

Updated

Nov 22, 2025, 6:56 pm

Coin toss and Kickoff

Tigers win the coin toss and defer their choice to the second half. Kickoff is a touchback.

About the Contributors

Rami Burks, Reveille Sports Editor

Why did you join the Reveille?

Ever since I toured LSU, I wanted to be a part of the Reveille. I joined specifically to connect with other people who love sports and finding out all the little things as much as I do, but I also joined with the intention of growing my skills as a writer in a way that I love.

What do you hope to do after graduation?

After graduation, I plan to go to LSU Law to get my J.D. in Contract/Corporate Law and get my masters in mass communication through a program LSU offers. I hope to focus on writing sports contracts after graduating with my masters.

Hinesley Bryant, Reveille Photographer

Why did you join the Reveille? I’ve always wanted to take photos for LSU and the Reveille was the perfect outlet to show and enhance my skills. What do you hope to do after graduation? Find a job doing photography full-time for either a major sports team or being the photographer for a celebrity.