About Our Ads Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement LSU football jumped all the way to No. 13 in USA TODAY's US LBM Coaches Poll, rising four spots after a 38-17 thrashing of Auburn in Week 8. With the win, LSU moved to 6-2 overall and 3-2 in conference play. LSU now gets a bye week after back-to-back SEC wins.
Miami remained No. 1 atop the poll. The top five was rounded out by Ohio State, Georgia , Indiana , and Utah. LSU's next opponent, Alabama , was ranked No. 10 after beating Texas A&M.
LSU enters the bye week with a chance to make a run at the College Football Playoff. After the open date, LSU will host Alabama and Texas before making a trip to Tennessee. That's three straight ranked opponents. If LSU wins out and finishes the regular season 10-2, the Tigers are a lock for the College Football Playoff. At 9-3, LSU would have a chance, but LSU would need some help.
LSU was dominant at Auburn. The Tigers racked up 552 total yards and 29 first downs. On defense, LSU held Auburn to 1.9 yards per rush, sacking Auburn QB Byrum Brown seven times. Auburn only converted five third downs. It was LSU's first SEC road win in over two years.
LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) catches a pass as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) is sacked by LSU Tigers defensive end Dylan Carpenter (97) as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) fails to control a pass before going out of bounds as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) celebrates his touchdown as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) LSU Tigers tight end Zach Grace (44) turns up the field after a catch as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) dives forward on a fourth and one play as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) breaks free after a catch for a touchdown as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) runs the ball against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) runs the ball under pressure during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) hands off the ball to running back Dilin Jones (13) during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin looks on during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) throws a pass during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers tight end Trey'dez Green (7) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin speaks with a member of the officiating crew during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers safety Ty Benefield (2) tackles Auburn Tigers wide receiver Keshaun Singleton (11) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) runs the ball during the second quarter against the LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) runs the ball as Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Darrion Smith (11) defends during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) runs the ball against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) stiff arms Auburn Tigers safety Eric Winters (5) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) scores a touchdown against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers edge Da'shawn Womack (15) attempts to tackle LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) during the third quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) runs the ball during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) runs the ball during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) runs the ball during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Landen Clark (11) runs the ball against the Auburn Tigers during the second half at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; An LSU Tigers fan cheers during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Members of the LSU Tigers line up after a game against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 1 / 33 LSU football climbs US LBM Coaches Poll after emphatic SEC win LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 1 / 33 LSU football climbs US LBM Coaches Poll after emphatic SEC win LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 2 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) catches a pass as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 3 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) is sacked by LSU Tigers defensive end Dylan Carpenter (97) as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 4 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) fails to control a pass before going out of bounds as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 5 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) celebrates his touchdown as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 6 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn LSU Tigers tight end Zach Grace (44) turns up the field after a catch as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 7 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) dives forward on a fourth and one play as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 8 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) breaks free after a catch for a touchdown as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 38-17. (Jake Crandall/ Advertiser, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co) 9 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) runs the ball against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 10 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) runs the ball under pressure during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 11 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) hands off the ball to running back Dilin Jones (13) during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 12 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin looks on during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 13 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) throws a pass during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 14 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers tight end Trey'dez Green (7) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 15 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin speaks with a member of the officiating crew during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 16 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers safety Ty Benefield (2) tackles Auburn Tigers wide receiver Keshaun Singleton (11) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 17 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) runs the ball during the second quarter against the LSU Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 18 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 19 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 20 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 21 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) runs the ball as Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Darrion Smith (11) defends during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 22 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) runs the ball against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 23 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) stiff arms Auburn Tigers safety Eric Winters (5) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 24 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) scores a touchdown against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 25 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 26 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers edge Da'shawn Womack (15) attempts to tackle LSU Tigers quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) during the third quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 27 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) runs the ball during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 28 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) runs the ball during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 29 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) runs the ball during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 30 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Landen Clark (11) runs the ball against the Auburn Tigers during the second half at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 31 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; LSU Tigers running back Dilin Jones (13) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 32 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; An LSU Tigers fan cheers during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 33 / 33 The best images from LSU football's dominant win over Auburn Oct 24, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Members of the LSU Tigers line up after a game against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images (John Reed, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Complete US LBM Coaches Poll Rank
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