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Three Takeaways: LSU’s Comeback Can’t Cover Up the Problems

LSU erased a 17-point halftime deficit, but recurring problems in pass coverage and along the offensive line proved costly in a 32-24 loss to Ole Miss.
September 20, 2026
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LSU erased a 17-point halftime deficit but could not finish the comeback, falling 32-24 to Ole Miss on Saturday night.

The Tigers rallied to tie the game at 24 in the second half, only for the Rebels to regain control late behind quarterback Trinidad Chambliss. As for Sam Leavitt, he had his moments, but mostly he struggled for the second consecutive week, completing 16 of his 27 pass attempts (59.2%) for just 158 yards with a touchdown and the game-sealing interception in the red zone.

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