Photos: Set It Off: 91ÇÑ×Ó defense powers Tigers in win over Louisiana Tech MICHAEL JOHNSON | STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST | michael.johnson@theadvocate.com Sep 13, 2026 Sep 13, 2026 Updated Sep 13, 2026 SMS Email Print Copy article link Save 91ÇÑ×Ó defeated Louisiana Tech 45-14 behind another solid defensive outing on Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Tiger Stadium. The Tigers defense held the Bulldogs to -3 yards rushing while only giving up 143 yards in the air. NO.lsutech.091326_8413 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive tackle Deuce Geralds (99) celebrates after sacking Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_5997 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Rappers Lil’ Wayne and Boosie walk down Victory Hill with the 91ÇÑ×Ó football team before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.025.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) leaps into the end zone for a touchdown against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_9095 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Cookie Kiffin sprays the fire extinguisher on the 91ÇÑ×Ó sideline in the first quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.018.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Winston Watkins Jr. (6) evades tackle by Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_8479 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Mike the Tiger looks to shake the hand of 102 year-old WWII veteran Murray Lirette during the Soldier Salute in the first quarter of 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_8935 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó linebacker TJ Dottery (6) flexes after making a big play against Louisiana Tech in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.012.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó President Wade Rousse walks down Victory Hill on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_6087 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Rapper Boosie walks down Victory Hill with the 91ÇÑ×Ó football team before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6123 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó coach Lane Kiffin waves to the crowd while walking down Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium. STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6944 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Braddock Chandler, 13, races Evelyn McBride, 6, on electric scooters in a parking lot before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.028.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó tight end Trey'Dez Green (7) evades Louisiana Tech defense at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_776 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) looks to makes the pass in the third quarter against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_643 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive tackle Deuce Geralds (99) grabs Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) for a third quarter sack on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6976 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Charlie Polito cooks Corn and Tasso Maque Choux at a tailgating parting before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7617 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Landen Clark (11) races into the end zone for a fourth quarter touchdown against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_296 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó running back Dilin Jones (13) races upfield after breaking a big run against Louisiana Tech in the third quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.021.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) is tackled by Louisiana Tech defensive back Jordan McRae (0) at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.022.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó running back Dilin Jones (13) is brought down by Louisiana Tech linebacker Kolbe Fields (10) at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.015.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) runs toward the end zone during a game against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_6918 MJ.JPG Updated 11 hrs ago 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) dives for the end zone in the first quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_8383 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive tackle Deuce Geralds (99) sacks Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7026 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive end Princewill Umanmielen (1) battles Louisiana Tech offensive lineman Troy Smith III (52) while rushing after Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6227 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive end Lamar Brown (55) walks down Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6247 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó cornerback DJ Pickett (5) walks down Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.006.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó Head Coach Lane Kiffin waves to the crowd as he walks down Victory Hill with the football team on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_6900 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Braddock Chandler, 13, races Evelyn McBride, 6, on electric scooters in a parking lot before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6989 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Charlie Polito cooks Corn and Tasso Maque Choux at a tailgating parting before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7035 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 A cook smiles while grilling at a tailgate party before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s home game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7062 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 A balloon arch in a tailgating area welcomes 91ÇÑ×Ó and Louisiana Tech fans before the game on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7085 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 A 91ÇÑ×Ó cheerleader carries his uniform as he walks to meet up with the other cheerleaders before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7104 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Fans take a picture of a Mike the Tiger statue before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7118 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 The field sits empty before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7131 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 The field sits empty before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.009.091326.JPG Updated 19 hrs ago 91ÇÑ×Ó Head Coach Lane Kiffin waves to the crowd as he walks down Victory Hill with the football team on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_6141 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin waves to the crowd while walking down Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6034 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 A 91ÇÑ×Ó player walks down Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6000 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Rappers Lil’ Wayne and Boosie walk down Victory Hill with the 91ÇÑ×Ó football team before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6010 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Rapper Boosie walks down Victory Hill with the 91ÇÑ×Ó football team before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_5982 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin walks with rapper Boosie down Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_5954 MJ.JPG Updated 7 hrs ago 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin waves while walking down Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_5702 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 A 91ÇÑ×Ó cheerleader walks down Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7388 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 The Golden Band from Tigerland marches down Victory Hill before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.013.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 The 91ÇÑ×Ó Tiger Marching Band perform on Victory Hill on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_7248 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 The Golden Band from Tigerland marches down Victory Hill before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7188 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 The Golden Band from Tigerland marches down Victory Hill before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6445 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Mike the Tiger runs down Victory Hill before 91ÇÑ×Ó’s game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9479 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó running back Dilin Jones (13) swims away from Louisiana Tech defensive back MJ Moultrie II (13) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_8382 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive tackle Deuce Geralds (99) sacks Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) in the first quarter on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium. STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6374 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 A 91ÇÑ×Ó fan sits on shoulders to catch a view of Victory Hill before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9397 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive end Jordan Ross (29) stops Louisiana Tech running back Jaden Miller (0) for a loss in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9274 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó linebacker TJ Dottery (6) celebrates the fumble recovery with 91ÇÑ×Ó safety Ty Benefield (2) and 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive end Princewill Umanmielen (1) in the first quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9017 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) races upfield after the catch against Louisiana Tech in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6945 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) celebrates after scoring against Louisiana Tech in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6885 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó running back Dilin Jones (13) looks to get past Louisiana Tech defensive back Sam Fongang (1) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6921 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) dives for the end zone in the first quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.019.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó tight end Trey'Dez Green (7) makes the catch against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.014.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive tackle Deuce Geralds (99) celebrates a sack with 91ÇÑ×Ó linebacker Whit Weeks (7) on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.016.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) dives into the end zone for a touchdown against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.017.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) dives into the end zone for a touchdown against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.020.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) makes the catch against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.023.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) leaps into the end zone for a touchdown against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.027.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) throws for a touchdown against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.032.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó running back Dilin Jones (13) runs upfield against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.031.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) makes a touchdown against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.030.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Jackson Harris (4) is defended by Louisiana Tech defensive back Ty Jones (20) at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.029.091326.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó cornerback DJ Pickett (5) returns the ball after intercepting the pass against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_841 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó running back Dilin Jones (13) looks to hit the corner against Louisiana Tech in the third quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_974 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó cornerback DJ Pickett (5) intercepts a Louisiana Tech pass in the third quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7515 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó running back Stacy Gage (23) looks for a hole as Louisiana Tech defensive back Amari Butler (2) defends in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_202 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 18, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó coach Lane Kiffin pumps his fists after the Tigers’ defense causes a Louisiana Tech turnover in the third quarter on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium. STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_2104 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 16, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) stands on the field following the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1933 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 17, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Landen Clark (11) fires the ball down field against Louisiana Tech in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1919 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Tyree Holloway (84) races past Louisiana Tech defensive back Ty Jones (20) in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1464 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó safety Jhase Thomas (28) races along the sideline after picking off a Louisiana Tech pass in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1140 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) makes the over the shoulder catch on a long pass against Louisiana Tech in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1263 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 14, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó linebacker Whit Weeks (7) jokes with 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin on the sideline in the fourth quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_134 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 17, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin gives a thumbs up after a penalty called against Louisiana Tech in the third quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1139 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) makes the over the shoulder catch on a long pass against Louisiana Tech in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1064 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó safety Dashawn Spears (10) reaches for Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) in the third quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.033.091326.JPG Updated Sep 14, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó coach Lane Kiffin celebrates a play against Louisiana Tech at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. STAFF PHOTO BY PEARL SPURLOCK NO.lsutech.091326_9643 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 17, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) cuts through the Louisiana Tech defense in the second quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9904 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 17, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin reacts to the offense sputtering against Louisiana Tech in third on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9802 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) fires the ball down field against Louisiana Tech in the third quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9532 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Louisiana Tech linebacker Alonzo Jackson Jr. (24) knocks down a pass by 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) in the second quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7639 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó quarterback Landen Clark (11) celebrates the fourth quarter touchdown against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_831 MJ.JPG Updated 15 hrs ago 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin walks up the sideline in the third quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7548 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó safety Tamarcus Cooley (0) stands on the field before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_779 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó tight end Trey'Dez Green (7) catches the pass in front of Louisiana Tech defensive back Sam Fongang (1) in the third quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_793 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó tight end Trey'Dez Green (7) spins out of the tackle attempt in the third quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7475 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó safety Jhase Thomas (28) celebrates with the fans after the Louisiana Tech turn over in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7317 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Winston Watkins Jr. (6) tries to stay on his feet after the catch in the third quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7265 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó cheerleaders cheer during the third quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6553 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Young fans watch 91ÇÑ×Ó warmup for the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6674 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive end Lamar Brown (55) runs through the smoke before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7141 MJ.JPG Sep 12, 2026 Louisiana Tech defensive back Jordan McRae (0) races away from 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Winston Watkins Jr. (6) after picking off a pass at the goal line in the second quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. McRae returned the pick 100 yards for a touchdown. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_6540 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó offensive lineman William Satterwhite II (50) holds a football during warmups before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_489 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive coordinator Blake Baker waits for the defense to take the field in the third quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_363 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 14, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin kneels during a timeout in the third quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1943 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Tyree Holloway (84) turns up field after the catch against Louisiana Tech in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_2032 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó linebacker Whit Weeks (7) taps Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) on the back following the game on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_313 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Louisiana Tech defensive back Jordan McRae (0) tries to strip the ball from 91ÇÑ×Ó running back Dilin Jones (13) in the third quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_156 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó linebacker TJ Dottery (6) wraps up Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) in the second quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1377 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 Louisiana Tech quarterback Blake Baker (5) gets the pass off before the hit by 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive end Princewill Umanmielen (1) in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1319 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó head coach Lane Kiffin talks on his headset during a break in the action in the fourth quarter of the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9586 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó tight end Trey'Dez Green (7) takes the hit from Louisiana Tech defensive back MJ Moultrie II (13) and Louisiana Tech defensive back Demario Bookhart (17) after the catch in the second quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_8865 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 16, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive end Princewill Umanmielen (1) lines up for a play against Louisiana Tech in the first quarter on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium. STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_1164 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) smiles after making the catch against Louisiana Tech in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9393 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive end Dylan Carpenter (97) battles Louisiana Tech offensive lineman Troy Smith III (52) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_9300 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 15, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó coach Lane Kiffin reacts to a play against Louisiana Tech in the first quarter on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium. STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_8893 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive tackle Stephiylan Green (90) and 91ÇÑ×Ó defensive tackle Malik Blocton (47) stuff Louisiana Tech running back Jaden Miller (0) for no gain in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_8203 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 The 91ÇÑ×Ó spirit squad carries flags onto the field for the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_8719 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó offensive lineman Braelin Moore (61) blocks Louisiana Tech defensive lineman Justice Williams (54) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_8066 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó wide receiver Winston Watkins Jr. (6) walks the sidelines before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7968 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó tight end Trey'Dez Green (7) motions to the students during warmups for the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7728 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó offensive tackle JaKolby Jones (57) and 91ÇÑ×Ó offensive lineman Darrin Strey (69) stand on the field during warmups for the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7559 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó tight end Trey'Dez Green (7) tries to grab the high pass against Louisiana Tech in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7647 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó linebacker Whit Weeks (7) takes a drink of water during warmups for the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON NO.lsutech.091326_7670 MJ.JPG Updated Sep 13, 2026 91ÇÑ×Ó cornerback Craig Walton Jr. (37) walks across the field before the game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Staff photo by Michael Johnson STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON Tags Baton Rouge Louisiana Lsu Lsu Tigers Lsu Tigers Football Lsu Football Lane Kiffin Cookie Kiffin Boosie Badazz Lil Wayne Ncaa Ncaa Football Sec Sec Football Tiger Stadium Sam Leavitt Michael Johnson Author email Pearl Spurlock Author email SMS Email Print Copy article link Save