LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) dives into the end zone on a touchdown carry against Louisiana Tech in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 in Baton Rouge, La. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
LSU head coach Lane Kiffin reacts to a call in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Louisiana Tech, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 in Baton Rouge, La. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) is tackled by Louisiana Tech defensive back Sam Fongang (1) and defensive back Janard Lockhardt (7) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 in Baton Rouge, La. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
LSU defensive tackle Deuce Geralds (99) celebrates his sack with defensive tackle Stephiylan Green (90) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 in Baton Rouge, La. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Sam Leavitt overcame three interceptions with a three touchdowns rushing, and No. 8 LSU pulled away in the second half for a 45-14 victory over a Louisiana Tech team that gave the Tigers fits for the better part of their match-up Saturday night.
