If LSU Wants the Playoffs, the Secondary Must Deliver

Lane Kiffin has made it clear early in his LSU tenure — this team’s identity may be shaped more by its defense than its offense. And through the first half of spring, the flashes are there, especially from a veteran secondary that’s already showing playmaking ability.

By Bryan Lazare

April 13, 2026

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More than 20 seasons ago, then-LSU coach Nick Saban indicated a defense can play at a championship level according to how well its secondary performs.

Specifically, Saban stressed that having good cover cornerbacks makes it easier for the rest of the defense. If a team has three good pass defenders in the secondary – two cornerbacks and a nickel back, the coordinator can be more creative with blitz packages.

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