Hanagriff: Forget the 51 points — this is what should scare LSU’s opponents

Clemson may ultimately prove to be fool’s gold, but LSU’s most impressive work Saturday had little to do with the opponent. The Tigers were disciplined, prepared and nearly flawless in the things that require no talent — signs that Lane Kiffin’s first team may be built for something much bigger.

By Charles Hannagriff

September 8, 2026

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The Talent Question

Now that the newness following LSU’s 51-10 throttling of Clemson has started to fade, LSU fans find themselves in a very worrisome position.

They don’t have much to worry about.

It’s extremely hard to poke holes in the offensive or defensive performances from Saturday night, and there isn’t a specialist that they don’t believe in either.

The schedule is in a classic “sandwich” spot.

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