LSU concluded a week of off-the-field drama with a decisive 51-10 victory over Clemson in Lane Kiffin's debut as head coach, per ESPN. Arizona State transfer quarterback Sam Leavitt and Wisconsin transfer running back Dilin Jones combined for four rushing touchdowns in their new uniforms, leading the Tigers' offensive output.

The reporting available does not detail the nature of the drama that preceded the game or provide additional context about the performance beyond the scoring contributions from the two transfers.