NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 13, 2026Miami-Dade County
No. 8 LSU defeats Louisiana Tech 45-14 in college football match-up
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No. 8 LSU defeated Louisiana Tech 45-14 on Saturday night after overcoming three interceptions, pulling away in the second half of the game.
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The outcome affects the season records and rankings of both college football teams involved.
Key Facts
- No. 8 LSU defeated Louisiana Tech with a final score of 45-14.
- The match took place on Saturday night in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
- LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt threw three interceptions during the game.
- Sam Leavitt scored three touchdowns rushing.
- LSU pulled away in the second half of the match-up after Louisiana Tech gave them fits for the better part of the game.
Who's Mentioned
PersonTrey'Dez Green“LSU tight end who caught six passes for 104 yards and a touchdown.”PersonPrincewill Umanmielen“LSU edge rusher who recorded three sacks.”OrganizationBaylor“Louisiana Tech's next opponent.”PersonSam Leavitt“LSU quarterback who scored three rushing touchdowns and threw three interception”PersonSonny Cumbie“Louisiana Tech head coach.”PersonLane Kiffin“Head coach of the LSU football team.”OrganizationLSU“College football team ranked No. 8.”OrganizationLouisiana Tech“College football team playing against LSU.”PersonJackson Harris“LSU player who caught a 57-yard pass.”locationBaton Rouge“City in Louisiana where the game took place.”OrganizationNorthwestern State“Team that previously played Louisiana Tech.”locationBATON ROUGE“Location of the game”OrganizationMississippi“College football team ranked No. 9, LSU's next opponent.”PersonJenard Lockhart“Louisiana Tech cornerback who had a 35-yard return.”OrganizationClemson“Team that played LSU in the season-opener.”PersonJordan McRae“Louisiana Tech safety who intercepted a pass and returned it 100 yards for a tou”PersonEugene Wilson III“LSU receiver who had a fumble.”