LSU Tigers prepare for 2026 season under new coach Lane Kiffin

LSU enters the 2026 college football season under new head coach Lane Kiffin with high expectations, currently ranked No. 11 in the AP preseason poll. Following a 7-6 season in 2025, Kiffin has overseen a significant roster overhaul involving over 40 new players, including key transfer portal additions such as quarterback Sam Leavitt and offensive tackle Jordan Seaton.

Despite the talent, Kiffin has identified offensive line depth as a primary concern for the upcoming campaign. Eight LSU players have been named to the 2026 Preseason Coaches All-SEC Team, highlighting the roster's potential. The team faces a challenging SEC schedule with matchups against Texas, Texas A&M, and Ole Miss.

In addition to on-field preparations, authorities have implemented a drone ban around Tiger Stadium during home games. The restriction, enforced by local and state law enforcement, prohibits drone operations within a three-nautical-mile radius of the stadium from one hour before kickoff until one hour after the game ends to ensure airspace safety.