LSU overcomes first-half turnovers to defeat Louisiana Tech 45-14
17 sourcesUpdated Sep 13, 2026
LSU overcame a turnover-filled first half to defeat Louisiana Tech 45-14 and improve to 2-0. The Tigers led 10-7 at halftime despite their defense holding Louisiana Tech to zero net yards, as quarterback Sam Leavitt threw three interceptions, including a 100-yard pick-six, and Eugene Wilson III lost a fumble. LSU settled down after halftime, with Leavitt scoring three rushing touchdowns while the defense continued to stifle the Bulldogs. The uneven performance contrasted sharply with LSU’s dominant season-opening win over Clemson and exposed offensive flaws ahead of next week’s trip to Ole Miss.
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The defense completely dominated early and that allowed the offense time to settle down.
LSU really needs to fix those red zone interceptions before facing tougher SEC teams.
