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LSU Built a Contender, Now Sam Leavitt Has to Make It One

Lane Kiffin and his staff have assembled the roster, coaching staff and expectations of a contender. Now all eyes turn to the quarterback who could determine whether the Tigers reach their ceiling.
By Grant Chachere
July 12, 2026
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LSU’s much-hyped 2026 season hinges on what Sam Leavitt becomes in his first SEC year. His performance will shape the Tigers’ ceiling and make him a weekly storyline across college football.

The pressure is on for LSU. They signed one of the nation’s top transfer-portal classes and the No.

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