HANAGRIFF: You Can Go Home Again — But Lane Kiffin Knows What Awaits in Oxford
Lane Kiffin isn’t the first coach to return to a place he once called home. Charles Hanagriff looks at LSU-Ole Miss through history, hostility and a fascinating question: when both sides know what the other knows, who really has the edge?
LSU’s spectacular start comes with one glaring warning
LSU’s numbers through two games are almost absurd — historic offensive production, the nation’s top defense and a 36-point average margin of victory. Charles Hanagriff examines the Tigers’ remarkable start and the one troubling statistic that could change everything.
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.
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Lane Kiffin Has LSU Looking Like a Monster
One game into the Lane Kiffin era, LSU already looks faster, nastier and more dangerous than anyone could have expected. After a 51-10 demolition of Clemson, the swagger is back in Baton Rouge — and Kiffin is only getting started.
Lane Kiffin Will Fight for Every Edge. But Is LSU’s Latest Battle Worth It?
LSU is pushing the limits in its pursuit of additional eligibility, putting the Tigers squarely in the SEC’s crosshairs. With Clemson looming and a championship-caliber roster already in place, has Lane Kiffin’s relentless search for an edge become an unnecessary distraction?
The Weis Factor: Why LSU’s Offense Could Be Anything
Charles Hanagriff examines how Charlie Weis Jr. and Lane Kiffin have repeatedly reshaped their offenses around personnel and matchups. At LSU, that adaptability could make an offense loaded with possibilities especially difficult to define — and defend.
How Quickly Can Lane Kiffin Get LSU Rolling? History Has an Answer
LSU has the pieces to win big in Lane Kiffin’s first season, but a demanding early schedule means they’ll need to come together quickly. A look through Kiffin’s coaching history reveals a remarkably consistent pattern — and what it could mean for the Tigers in 2026.
Skip: Remembering LSU baseball legend Skip Bertman
Charles Hanagriff remembers Skip Bertman through the stories, lessons and unforgettable moments that revealed the genius behind LSU baseball’s greatest era. Bertman’s influence on LSU, college baseball and those fortunate enough to know him was immeasurable.
The Blueprint Is Maroon
What if LSU's 2026 season isn't defined solely by its final record? Charles Hanagriff explains why the bigger picture may matter far more than most fans realize.
LSU’s “Lost Year” Sets the Stage for a Massive Sports Reckoning
From football to basketball to baseball, LSU fans endured one of the most disappointing years in modern school history...
HANAGRIFF: What in the world happened to LSU baseball?
Charles Hanagriff examines the biggest mystery surrounding LSU’s stunning 2026 collapse — why so many proven players and portal additions regressed so dramatically under the same staff that won it all a year ago. From pitching to defense to player development, nothing about this season adds up.
HANAGRIFF: Thirty Years Later, the Magic of Warren Morris Still Defies Belief
Thirty years later, the sights, sounds, and sheer improbability of LSU’s 1996 championship run still feel as vivid as ever — a journey that almost unraveled long before Omaha. Charles Hanagriff takes you inside the moments, the doubts, and the unforgettable swing that forever changed LSU baseball.
HANAGRIFF: Seven Tigers Drafted — Now the Real Test Begins
Seven LSU players heard their names called, reinforcing the program’s NFL credibility—but their immediate impact will vary wildly based on opportunity and fit.
HANAGRIFF: The Road Not Taken
Jay Johnson’s candid admission underscores LSU’s roster missteps and lack of development behind a disappointing season. The path forward is clear: build around homegrown talent and fix the foundation.
HANAGRIFF: Picture Shrinking
LSU isn’t losing because it lacks talent—it’s losing because of careless mistakes that are turning winnable SEC games into frustrating defeats, and Charles Hanagriff lays out exactly where it’s going wrong.
HANAGRIFF: Margin for Error
In the SEC, the gap between winning and losing is razor-thin—and LSU is living proof, surviving on clutch moments while flaws across the roster threaten to undo them at any time. As Charles Hanagriff lays out, the Tigers aren’t “turning a corner” just yet—they’re walking a tightrope...
HANAGRIFF: One of One
A year ago, LSU didn’t want Will Wade.
More specifically, former Athletic Director Scott Woodward didn’t want Wade—now the Tigers are turning to him as the fastest path back to relevance in a program desperate for life. With built-in advantages, proven SEC success, and unfinished business...
HANAGRIFF: Moore problems
LSU’s concern over Cooper Moore may have been real, but it’s far from the Tigers’ biggest issue. As Charles Hanagriff points out, inconsistent hitting and shaky fielding — not the Sunday starter — are what could ultimately define LSU’s season if they aren’t fixed fast.
HANAGRIFF: Walk-a-thon
In his latest column, Charles Hanagriff uses a classic Tommy Lasorda story to spotlight LSU’s growing problem: too many walks, and no way to defend them. After a brutal weekend in Nashville, the numbers are trending worse than recent seasons, raising real questions about whether this is correctable
HANAGRIFF: Bad Gumbo
LSU baseball knows the recipe for winning — Jay Johnson has proven that. But over the last couple of weeks, something has been just a little off. In this column, we take a closer look at why the Tigers’ formula hasn’t produced the results everyone expected...