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AI take on 2026 LSU Tigers
Posted on 1/17/26 at 6:35 pm
Posted on 1/17/26 at 6:35 pm
“ ?? 1. New Era Under Lane Kiffin
• LSU hired Lane Kiffin as head coach after firing Brian Kelly — a major change that resets expectations and style for 2026. ?
• Kiffin has been extremely active in the transfer portal, trying to quickly reshape the roster around his offensive system. ?
?? 2. Key Transfer Portal Moves
• LSU appears to have one of the top transfer portal classes nationally, especially on offense, which could elevate the team’s competitiveness in the SEC. ?
• A major splash: QB Sam Leavitt (from Arizona State, a top portal signal-caller) is expected to join LSU, giving Kiffin a proven starter under center. ?
• The Tigers have also added numerous other portal players at skill positions and on defense — though roster turnover is still ongoing. ?
?? 3. Recruiting & Long-Term Talent
• LSU has also been strong in 2026 recruiting, with a class ranked among the nation’s best and key high-end high school prospects committed. ?
• However, the impact of freshmen typically unfolds over multiple seasons, so recruiting will help more for 2027 and beyond.
?? 4. Strength of Schedule
• LSU’s 2026 schedule is extremely tough, including marquee matchups at Ole Miss and home games against Texas and Alabama, plus the season opener vs. Clemson. ?
• The SEC remains the nation’s deepest power conference, so LSU will need steady improvement to compete for top division spots.
?
?? Realistic Expectations for 2026
?? Competitive but Not Favored for SEC Title
• With a new coach and revamped roster, LSU is expected to be competitive in most games and could push for an upper-tier SEC finish, but they’re not clear favorites for the conference championship early in the season.
?? Potential for Bowl Game / Playoff Push
• If the offense clicks under Kiffin and the transfers — especially at quarterback and wide receiver — make instant impacts, LSU could contend for a New Year’s Six bowl or possibly a CFP spot if they win key games.
• However, consistency and SEC road wins will be critical, and expectations are often cautious until the season starts.
?? Expectations Vary by Source
• Some analysts see LSU’s portal haul as one of the strongest nationally, arguing the Tigers could improve significantly from 2025. ?
• Others suggest there’s still a lot of work to do on defense and depth before LSU can be a true national title contender. ?
?
?? Bottom Line
LSU in 2026 is widely expected to be a solid, improved team — likely competitive in the SEC, capable of winning 8–10 games and in the conversation for a major bowl. Getting into the College Football Playoff would be ambitious but possible if Kiffin’s offense quickly gels and key transfers (especially Leavitt) perform at a high level.
Much will depend on:
• How well the transfer portal players integrate.
• Quarterback play and offensive rhythm under Kiffin.
• LSU’s performance in tough SEC games (e.g., Ole Miss, Alabama, Texas).”
• LSU hired Lane Kiffin as head coach after firing Brian Kelly — a major change that resets expectations and style for 2026. ?
• Kiffin has been extremely active in the transfer portal, trying to quickly reshape the roster around his offensive system. ?
?? 2. Key Transfer Portal Moves
• LSU appears to have one of the top transfer portal classes nationally, especially on offense, which could elevate the team’s competitiveness in the SEC. ?
• A major splash: QB Sam Leavitt (from Arizona State, a top portal signal-caller) is expected to join LSU, giving Kiffin a proven starter under center. ?
• The Tigers have also added numerous other portal players at skill positions and on defense — though roster turnover is still ongoing. ?
?? 3. Recruiting & Long-Term Talent
• LSU has also been strong in 2026 recruiting, with a class ranked among the nation’s best and key high-end high school prospects committed. ?
• However, the impact of freshmen typically unfolds over multiple seasons, so recruiting will help more for 2027 and beyond.
?? 4. Strength of Schedule
• LSU’s 2026 schedule is extremely tough, including marquee matchups at Ole Miss and home games against Texas and Alabama, plus the season opener vs. Clemson. ?
• The SEC remains the nation’s deepest power conference, so LSU will need steady improvement to compete for top division spots.
?
?? Realistic Expectations for 2026
?? Competitive but Not Favored for SEC Title
• With a new coach and revamped roster, LSU is expected to be competitive in most games and could push for an upper-tier SEC finish, but they’re not clear favorites for the conference championship early in the season.
?? Potential for Bowl Game / Playoff Push
• If the offense clicks under Kiffin and the transfers — especially at quarterback and wide receiver — make instant impacts, LSU could contend for a New Year’s Six bowl or possibly a CFP spot if they win key games.
• However, consistency and SEC road wins will be critical, and expectations are often cautious until the season starts.
?? Expectations Vary by Source
• Some analysts see LSU’s portal haul as one of the strongest nationally, arguing the Tigers could improve significantly from 2025. ?
• Others suggest there’s still a lot of work to do on defense and depth before LSU can be a true national title contender. ?
?
?? Bottom Line
LSU in 2026 is widely expected to be a solid, improved team — likely competitive in the SEC, capable of winning 8–10 games and in the conversation for a major bowl. Getting into the College Football Playoff would be ambitious but possible if Kiffin’s offense quickly gels and key transfers (especially Leavitt) perform at a high level.
Much will depend on:
• How well the transfer portal players integrate.
• Quarterback play and offensive rhythm under Kiffin.
• LSU’s performance in tough SEC games (e.g., Ole Miss, Alabama, Texas).”
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Posted on 1/17/26 at 6:43 pm to Mackinsar
i don't even know what a new years six bowl is anymore.
Posted on 1/17/26 at 6:52 pm to Mackinsar
Next time ask it to be more succinct.
Posted on 1/17/26 at 6:56 pm to dstone12
A New Year’s 6 bowl is a consolation prize for not making the playoffs.
Posted on 1/17/26 at 7:12 pm to Mackinsar
quote:
AI take
Summary of the idiots online who also don't know shite.
Posted on 1/17/26 at 8:05 pm to IMJ127
I could have said the same thing.
Posted on 1/17/26 at 8:42 pm to dstone12
All he is repeating is what the media is saying . He has no real ability to determine how well this team is going to play. He doesn't know if they are going to be Clemson or Indiana
Posted on 1/17/26 at 8:54 pm to Mackinsar
frick AI. You’d better learn that term and live it.
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