No. 18 LSU defeats Auburn 38-17 in an SEC road clash, keeping College Football Playoff hopes alive under head coach Lane Kiffin.

Head coach Lane Kiffin led the No. 18 LSU Tigers to an impressive 38-17 SEC road win over the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama, on Saturday.

Despite Auburn coming off an emotional upset win over then-No. 1 Georgia on the road last week, LSU entered the matchup as a 7.5-point road favorite according to FanDuel Sportsbook, according to information published by bleache.

Quarterback Sam Leavitt delivered one of his best individual performances of the season, helping LSU improve to 6-2 overall and 3-2 in the SEC standings.

Sam Leavitt and LSU Offense Dominate SEC Rival

After LSU and Auburn traded first-quarter field goals, the visiting Tigers took control with back-to-back touchdowns in the first half.

Quarterback Sam Leavitt connected with wide receiver Jackson Harris for a 10-yard score, followed by a 15-yard touchdown pass to tight end Trey'Dez Green.

Auburn briefly responded when quarterback Byrum Brown scored on a one-yard rushing touchdown, cutting the deficit after a 34-yard gain.

Jackson Harris and Big Plays Seal Victory

The momentum for Auburn proved short-lived as Sam Leavitt hit Jackson Harris on a crossing route, resulting in a 70-yard touchdown reception.

Right before halftime, Sam Leavitt capped off a 74-yard drive with a four-yard touchdown run, extending the LSU advantage to 31-10 at the break.

Running back Dillin Jones added a 12-yard touchdown run early in the fourth quarter, bringing the score to 38-10 and putting the game out of reach.

LSU College Football Playoff Hopes and Schedule

With back-to-back conference wins, LSU has recovered from earlier losses to Ole Miss and Kentucky, keeping its College Football Playoff aspirations alive.

Following an upcoming bye week, head coach Lane Kiffin and his squad face a daunting three-game stretch against No. 13 Alabama, No. 19 Texas, and No. 11 Tennessee.

LSU may need to win out to secure a spot in the top 11 of the final rankings, requiring a flawless finish to the regular season schedule.

Auburn Seeks Bowl Eligibility Under Alex Golesh

Following the defeat, Auburn drops to 4-3 overall and 2-3 in the SEC, leaving first-year head coach Alex Golesh with work to do for bowl eligibility.

Auburn still faces games against Arkansas and Samford, maintaining a strong opportunity to finish the season with a record of .500 or better for the first time since 2020.

Next Saturday, Auburn will hit the road for a challenging conference matchup against the No. 7 Ole Miss Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the LSU vs Auburn game?

No. 18 LSU defeated Auburn 38-17 in an SEC road game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama, on Saturday.

How did quarterback Sam Leavitt perform for LSU?

Quarterback Sam Leavitt delivered one of his best performances of the season, recording multiple passing touchdowns and adding a rushing touchdown just before halftime.

What is the record for LSU after beating Auburn?

LSU improved to 6-2 overall and 3-2 in the SEC, keeping its College Football Playoff hopes alive under head coach Lane Kiffin.