# LSU Tigers defeat McNeese State 63-14 > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lsu-tigers-vs-mcneese-state-football-matchup > Updated: 2026-10-05T23:00:01.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 4. The No. 11 LSU Tigers concluded their non-conference schedule with a 63-14 victory over the McNeese State Cowboys on October 3, 2026, improving their record to 4-1. Heading into the matchup, LSU faced roster challenges, including a lower-body injury to quarterback Sam Leavitt and the absence of star linebacker Whit Weeks. Despite these issues, the Tigers' offense was highly efficient, recording 731 total yards—the second-most in school history and the highest since 2023. Sam Leavitt, playing through a hamstring injury, completed 18 of 23 passes for 173-183 yards and three touchdowns, though he recorded his fifth interception across five games. LSU’s offense also set a school record with 101 offensive plays. The ground game was equally productive, with LSU rushing for 367 yards. Harlem Berry recorded 125 yards and a touchdown, while Stacy Gage added 110 rushing yards and two scores. Landen Clark also contributed a rushing touchdown. Defensively, LSU established an early lead following a first-quarter interception by safety Tamarcus Cooley. McNeese State struggled to move the ball, managing only six first downs and being outscored 35-0 by halftime. The Cowboys' scoring included a 43-yard touchdown reception by Jamaal Levi and a 64-yard run by Levi in the second half. Following the win, LSU head coach Lane Kiffin noted that he opted not to implement a running clock in the second half because he “wants his players to decide games through their performance.” Kiffin used the contest to evaluate depth and backups. Notably, the Tigers finished the game without any major injuries, a first since Week 1. The victory provides momentum as LSU prepares for a demanding stretch of seven consecutive SEC games through the end of October. ## Claims - LSU defeated McNeese State with a score of 63-14. (corroborated by 2 sources) - LSU improved its season record to 4-1. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Safety Tamarcus Cooley recorded an interception that led to a touchdown drive. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Quarterback Sam Leavitt threw for 173 yards and three touchdowns. (single source) - LSU set a school record by running 102 offensive plays. (single source) - LSU recorded 731 yards of total offense. (single source) - McNeese State finished the game with six first downs. (single source) - The LSU defense forced one turnover during the game. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-05: LSU Tigers dominate McNeese State with 63-14 victory LSU defeated McNeese State 63-14, recording 731 offensive yards and no major injuries as they prepare for a challenging stretch of SEC games. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lsu-tigers-dominate-mcneese-state-with-63-14-victory ### 2026-10-03: LSU defeats McNeese State 63-14 in dominant performance No. 11 LSU routed McNeese State 63-14, recording a school-record 101 offensive plays and 731 total yards in a dominant non-conference performance. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lsu-defeats-mcneese-state-63-14-in-dominant-football-victory ### 2026-10-01: LSU to host McNeese State in non-conference football matchup LSU prepares to host McNeese State in their final non-conference football game on October 3, 2026, amid injury concerns for key players like quarterback Sam Leavitt. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lsu-to-host-mcneese-state-in-non-conference-football-matchup ### 2026-09-29: LSU Tigers face McNeese State as heavy favorites in Week 5 No. 11 LSU prepares to host McNeese State as a 48.5-point favorite, with questions surrounding quarterback Sam Leavitt's availability following a recent injury. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lsu-tigers-face-mcneese-state-as-heavy-favorites-in-week-5 --- Cite as: LSU Tigers defeat McNeese State 63-14. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/lsu-tigers-vs-mcneese-state-football-matchup