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LSU kicks off its season under new coach Lane Kiffin with a high-stakes showdown against Clemson—ranked 11 and favored by 10 points—on Saturday night at Tiger Stadium. This rematch of last year’s 17-10 LSU win features both teams hungry for redemption after middling 7-6 campaigns. Kiffin, bringing his proven track record from Ole Miss, faces off against veteran Dabo Swinney, who’s led Clemson to two titles. LSU looks sharp on paper with healthy QB Sam Leavitt and a looming decision on Dae’Quan Wright’s eligibility, while Clemson’s new QB Christopher Vezzina and developing defense add uncertainty. Still, Clemson’s explosive passing duo T.J. Moore and Bryant Wesco Jr. could challenge LSU’s revamped defense—and the Tigers’ identity under Kiffin is on the line right from kickoff.

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