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LSU News: Women’s basketball is back
LSU women’s basketball returns under veteran coach Kim Mulkey with a revamped roster poised to chase another national title. The Tiger Tales roundup highlights the team’s high championship expectations, emphasizes a crucial turnover margin in the upcoming LSU‑Alabama clash on Nov. 7, and notes strict tailgating rules for fans. With excitement building in Baton Rouge, the blog asks whether the Tigers can reclaim the crown this season.
ATVS Reacts Survey: Will LSU defeat Alabama?
The LSU Tigers return from a bye week to face the Alabama Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa on Saturday, with both teams sitting at 6‑2 and playoff hopes hanging in the balance. The blog invites fans to vote in a SB Nation Reacts poll on whether LSU can beat Alabama, emphasizing the game’s stakes and home‑field advantage for the Tigers. Readers can join the weekly emailed surveys to share their predictions.
Former LSU Baseball star wins second Gold Glove
Alex Bregman, the former LSU shortstop and #2 overall pick in the 2015 draft, has earned his second Gold Glove, this time after a breakout debut season with the Chicago Cubs. In 2026, Bregman signed a five‑year, $175 million deal with Chicago, hitting .265 with 28 homers and 93 RBIs while providing elite defense at third base. The 11‑year MLB veteran is also a two‑time World Series champion (2017, 2022), three‑time All‑Star and 2019 Silver Slugger. His college resume includes a 2015 Golden Spikes finalist nod, Brooks Wallace Award and multiple All‑American honors.
A New Season, Same Championship Expectations for Kim Mulkey and LSU
LSU women's basketball opens its 2026‑27 season tonight at 6 p.m. against SEC rival SECU, hoping to turn a painful Sweet 16 loss to Duke into a Final Four run. Coach Kim Mulkey reshapes the roster after surrendering 21 offensive rebounds and 19 second‑chance points in the previous tournament, adding 6’3″ forward Noa Morro (Spain) and 6’5″ freshman Anna Minaeva (Russia) to bolster post play and rebounding. While star guard Flau’jae Johnson departs for the WNBA, the Tigers gain veteran playmaker Jada Williams (15.3 pts, 7 ast at Iowa State) and perimeter shooters Laila Reynolds and Chloe Larry. With scorers Mikaylah Williams and MiLaysia Fulwiley leading alongside Grace Knox, LSU aims to break its Sweet 16 streak.
Tigers on the coast: Day 2 of LSU baseball exhibitions against Samford
On Sunday, LSU continued its spring‑training showcase at Keesler Federal Park, splitting a doubleheader with Samford 4‑1 in the first game and dropping the second by the same margin, leaving the day tied 5‑5. After a dominant 23‑1 Saturday showing that featured four homers (two grand slams), the Tigers saw veteran Casan Evans pitch two perfect innings, while Diego Velazquez and Kaden Smith also contributed clean outings. Offensively, Lucas Nawrocki belted a solo homer and added two RBIs, and Malachi Washington delivered a 101 mph opposite‑field blast. The performances set the stage for LSU’s opening‑day rotation ahead of the February 19 season start.
LSU Women’s Basketball opens season against Southeastern
No. 9 LSU women’s basketball opens the 2026‑27 season at home against Southeastern Louisiana on Monday, Nov. 2, 6 p.m. CT, on the SEC Network. LSU leads the historic series 37‑11 and beat SLU 115‑26 last season, matching a program‑record 89‑point margin. Senior Mikaylah Williams topped the recent exhibition with 23 points, while freshman Anna Minaeva contributed 10 in just 54 seconds. The Tigers will also host Texas Southern on Nov. 5 before heading to a multi‑team event in Fort Myers. Key SLU newcomers include transfer Micah Cooper and Lillian Merow.
LSU News: Will Wade does it again
Will Wade propels LSU’s recruiting surge, securing 5‑star guard Reese Alston and pushing the 2027 class to a national‑top ranking. The Tigers now boast the country’s #1 recruiting class, sparking speculation about Wade adding another elite prospect. The roundup also teases upcoming matchup odds, including Alabama vs. LSU, and references recent sports headlines like Angel Reese’s WNBA playoff stats.
LSU plays Samford to 5-5 tie in fall baseball exhibition
LSU and Samford finish a 13‑inning exhibition scrimmage tied 5‑5 on May 20 at Biloxi's Keesler Federal Park, after each team won a 6.5‑inning game (LSU 4‑1, Samford 4‑1). LSU’s offense featured a solo homer by freshman third baseman Malachi Washington and a two‑run blast by DH Lucas Nawrocki, both top‑150 2027 recruits, while pitcher Casan Evans struck out five in two innings. Samford responded with a solo homer from freshman second baseman Parker Loew. The Tigers next face Troy on Nov. 8 and open the 2027 season Feb. 19 against Long Island at Alex Box Stadium.
LSU Soccer Earns an SEC Tournament Berth with Draw at Missouri
LSU women’s soccer clinches a spot in the 2026 SEC Tournament after a 0‑0 draw with Missouri at Walton Stadium. The Tigers (4-9-5, 2-4-4 SEC) earned their 10th conference point, securing the No. 11 seed and a first‑round matchup against No. 6 seed Auburn on Nov. 8 in Pensacola. Forward Sariyah Bailey led LSU’s attack with two shots on goal, while goalkeeper Audur Scheving kept a clean sheet. The result also locked LSU alongside Florida as the final two teams to make the 12‑team tournament field.
Will Wade lands another 5-star recruit for LSU
LSU men’s basketball coach Will Wade lands another five‑star recruit, 6‑foot‑10 center Xavier Young, who was the No. 11 overall player in the 2028 class before reclassifying to 2027. The Dallas native chose LSU over offers from Maryland, Michigan, Tennessee and TCU, bolstering LSU’s claim to the nation’s top recruiting class and signaling a potentially historic era for the Tigers. The announcement, posted on October 31, 2026, underscores Wade’s recent recruiting surge and raises questions about sustaining this momentum.
Important Games to Watch: College Football Week 9
With LSU on a bye, Week 9’s non‑Tigers games take center stage. The opening SEC showdown pits Auburn against Ole Miss at 11:45 AM on SEC Network, where Auburn seeks revenge after toppling No. 1 Georgia and Ole Miss fights to stay alive. At 2:30 PM on CBS, Minnesota travels to Indiana, aiming to continue its spoiler streak against a struggling Hoosiers squad. The marquee matchup at 2:30 PM on ABC features underdog Florida versus Georgia, as the Gators look to leverage a more diverse passing attack after a series of upsets, while Georgia scrambles to bounce back from a loss to Auburn. These games could reshape SEC rankings and impact LSU’s national standing.
LSU News: Blake Baker continues to lead a dominant group
LSU’s defense, orchestrated by defensive coordinator Blake Baker, dominates the 2026 season, ranking among only two teams in the Top 10 for both total offensive yards per game and yards allowed. Despite early injuries, the Tigers are approaching full health, and Baker’s scheming has turned late-round NFL draftees into key contributors, including rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane of the Kansas City Chiefs. With speculation that Baker could be a head‑coach candidate next year, fans debate whether he’ll remain at LSU after the season.
ATVS Reacts Results: Who is the Mid-Season MVP for LSU?
In the latest ATVS Reacts poll, 43% of voters name LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt as the team's mid‑season MVP. Leavitt has logged 2,173 passing yards, 17 touchdowns and a 70.3% completion rate over eight games, cementing his role as the Tigers' offensive catalyst. As LSU heads into the crucial SEC stretch, the junior QB aims to sustain his playmaking to keep LSU in the CFP race.
LSU Tigers Midseason Defensive Awards
LSU’s defense dominates midseason with standout performances. True freshman Deuce Geralds earns Defensive Lineman of the Midseason after posting five interior sacks and a forced fumble in eight games. Co‑Defensive Lineman Jordan Ross matches that sack total, adds an interception and a rare defensive touchdown, embodying the Tigers’ balanced edge rush. Surprise safety Jhase Thomas, now sixth in tackles with 25, secures the secondary and enables Ty Benefield’s shift to a STAR role. Defensive MVP Princewill Umanmielen leads the nation with 8.5 sacks, eyeing the school record of 12. The article highlights the depth and impact of LSU’s defensive unit.
NFLSU rookie check-in: Week 8
The Week 8 rookie check‑in highlights several emerging NFL players. Saints rookie Barion Brown posts his best game yet, returning a kickoff and catching a 57‑yard pass from Tyler Shough, though his role may shrink after the bye when first‑round pick Jordyn Tyson returns. Colts safety A.J. Haulcy records a team‑leading nine tackles in Week 7 but faces a big‑play Jaguars offense. Chiefs cornerback Mansoor Delane struggles covering Jaxon Smith‑Njigba but could benefit from injuries to Chiefs receivers. Falcons linebacker Harold Perkins sees increased snaps and makes key tackles against the 49ers. Tight end Bauer Sharp serves as a blocker in the Bucs’ blowout, while QB Garrett Nussmeier sits behind a healthy Patrick Mahomes and edge rusher Jack Pyburn is inactive for Kansas City.
LSU Football’s NFL Draft Stock: Entering Week 9
LSU’s latest bounce‑back win didn’t shift most draft prospects, but the NFL Draft board sees notable moves. OT Jordan Seaton becomes the sole top tackle after Trevor Goosby’s season‑ending injury, while TE Trey’Dez Green holds steady. On Day 2, S Ty Benefield and EDGE Princewill Umanmielen land in the second round, with C Braelin Moore and EDGE Jordan Ross going in the third. Day 3 drops LB Whit Weeks to the fourth round (down from a third‑round spot) due to injury, and QB Sam Leavitt and S Dashawn Spears also slip, Spears unlikely to return. Weeks could rebound to the third round if he recovers quickly.
LSU News: Men’s basketball gets a massive commitment
LSU men’s basketball lands another top recruit as point guard Reese Alston signs on, joining 5-star King Gibson and 4-star Ahmad Hudson for the 2027 class. Despite criticism of head coach Will Wade, the commitment underscores his recruiting prowess and bolsters LSU’s roster ahead of next season. The roundup also notes Lane Kiffin’s confirmed move to Ole Miss and a WNBA Finals update, but the primary focus remains Alston’s addition to the Tigers.
PG Reese Alston Commits to LSU Basketball
Five-star point guard Reese Alston, the No. 1 Texas prospect and fourth‑ranked PG in the 2027 class, commits to LSU under coach Will Wade. The 6‑foot‑2, 175‑lb guard, son of former NBA player Rafer “Skip to My Lou” Alston, joins fellow recruit King Gibson in what analysts call possibly the nation’s best incoming backcourt, alongside frontcourt recruit Ahmad Hudson. LSU hopes this elite trio revives its basketball program.
The AL Poll: NCAA Post Week 8
The author discards the AP Poll in favor of his own "AL Poll" after critiquing its timing. He highlights Utah's 7‑0 win over top‑25 Houston, moving the Utes into his top‑3 despite a tough schedule ahead. Kentucky, sitting at No. 6, faces three ranked opponents and a pivotal rivalry game, with coach Will Stein praised for portal recruiting. New Mexico and UTSA each earn top‑25 spots as Group 6 entrants, both with only one loss and stronger resumes than Boise State, while Utah remains a Big 12 frontrunner.
How to College Football Week 9
LSU’s bye week opens a jam-packed weekend of college football action. Thursday’s tripleheader features SC State vs. Morgan State in a Celebration Bowl showdown and Troy vs. James Madison as JMU fights for division supremacy. Friday highlights Baylor’s surprise loss at UCF after Dave Aranda’s firing. Saturday’s morning offers FCS playoff stakes with #4 Youngstown State at #11 North Dakota and a Big 12 clash as #22 Arizona visits #13 Texas Tech. Mid‑day delivers the #17 Florida‑#3 Georgia rivalry in Atlanta, while the night caps off with #2 Ohio State at USC and Clemson vs. Florida State amid coaching turmoil. The guide pinpoints the must‑watch matchups and key storylines for fans deciding how to spend their Saturday.
LSU Tigers Midseason Offensive Adwards
LSU’s offense hits its stride during the midseason bye, highlighted by several standouts. Offensive lineman Jordan Seaton earns Midseason OT honors and is projected as the top draft pick, while freshman receiver Jackson Harris bursts onto the scene with 36 catches for 634 yards and seven touchdowns since late September. Running back Dilin Jones earns an honorable mention for his versatile backfield play. Quarterback Sam Leavitt clinches Overall Offensive MVP, leading the SEC with 2,173 passing yards, a 70.3% completion rate, 17 TDs and only 11 sacks. The piece credits the Leavitt‑Weis Jr.‑Kiffin combo for LSU’s resurgence.
LSU News: The ever-changing SEC does it again
Week 9 finds the SEC in flux as Kentucky seizes the lead after Georgia’s bye, while Alabama looms as a top challenger. LSU’s focus centers on linebacker Whit Weeks, whose leg fracture on Sept. 26 shows promising healing and could see him back in practice—and possibly against Alabama—next week. Meanwhile, highly recruited basketball guard R.J. Luis fights a court battle to secure eligibility, sparking debate over his future play. The roundup also highlights Sam Leavitt’s pivotal matchup against Alabama, underscoring the conference’s unpredictable race for the top spot.
State of the SEC: Post-Week 8
Week 8 shakes up the SEC as Alabama storms past Texas A&M 31‑20, highlighted by QB Keelon Russell’s 311 passing yards and three TDs. LSU crushes Auburn 38‑17 behind Sam Leavitt’s 388 yards and three touchdowns, while Kentucky dominates Vanderbilt 34‑17 with QB Kenny Minchey’s dual‑threat performance. Texas falls 34‑27 to #19 Ole Miss, and South Carolina upsets #11 Tennessee 27‑24 on LaNorris Sellers’ 210‑yard, three‑score effort. The latest standings put Kentucky (7‑1, 5‑1 SEC) atop the conference, followed by Georgia (6‑1) and Alabama (6‑2). Key standout stats include RB Raleek Brown’s 157 rushing yards for Texas and DB Jelani McDonald’s pick for Ole Miss.
LSU vs. Auburn: Week 8 Game MVP
LSU thrashes Auburn in Week 8, with standout performances that earned Jackson Harris MVP honors. Harris recorded nine catches for 178 yards and two touchdowns, nearly hitting a third and 200-yard mark. Cornerback DJ Pickett limited Auburn receivers to one completion on five targets, while quarterback Sam Leavitt posted a season‑high 70% completion rate and went turnover‑free for the second straight game. The Tigers’ dominant offense and lockdown defense set them up for a strategic bye before facing Alabama.
LSU News: Who has been the best LSU player so far?
Tiger Tales highlights the debate over LSU's mid‑season MVP as the Tigers surge through a strong 2026 campaign. Quarterback Sam Leavitt shows flashes of brilliance despite inconsistency, while wild‑card running back Dillin Jones emerges as the leading rusher and a passing threat. Defensive star Princewill Umanmielen also garners praise for anchoring a top‑ranked defense. The piece notes LSU’s high placement among two‑loss teams after Week 8 and mentions receiver Jackson Harris as a potential NFL draft riser. Readers are invited to vote on who they consider the Tigers' MVP so far.
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