Five takeaways from LSU football's dominant win vs Mississippi State
LSU football downed Mississippi State 31-0 on Saturday. Here are five takeaways from the Tigers' dominant victory.
Five key points emerged from LSU's dominant 31-0 victory over Mississippi State on Saturday. First, LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt shone, completing 31 of 38 passes for 289 yards and four touchdowns, marking his best game in a LSU uniform. Second, LSU's running back Dilin Jones had a standout day with 142 total yards, contributing both on the ground and through the air.
Third, LSU wide receiver Jackson Harris led the way with six catches for 85 yards and two touchdowns, proving to be a major weapon in the Tigers' offense. Fourth, LSU's defense stepped up after a poor showing last week, holding Mississippi State to just 4.7 yards per attempt and forcing multiple stoppages. Finally, LSU's sharpshooting defense recorded a shutout against an SEC opponent for the first time since 2007 and extended their winning streak over Mississippi State to 76 games, surpassing any other rivalry in LSU history.
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- Leavitt throws for 4 TDs as No. 22 LSU routs No. 16 Mississippi State 31-0 winnipegfreepress.com
- Leavitt throws for 4 TDs as No. 22 LSU routs No. 16 Mississippi State 31-0 sports.yahoo.com
