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Sports · College sports · published 2026-08-31 · via The Athletic

LSU and Clemson open season in Baton Rouge

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The Clemson Tigers and No. 11 LSU Tigers open their 2026 seasons against each other on September 5 at Tiger Stadium. The game will be broadcast on ABC at 7:30 p.m. ET, with streaming available on Fubo. LSU is a 10-point favorite, and the total is set at 51.5 points.

Expanded Detail

Both teams enter the opener with identical 0-0 records, meeting at Tiger Stadium for a prime-time ABC broadcast. LSU carries a double-digit spread advantage, with oddsmakers setting the over/under at 51.5 points, suggesting expectations of a moderately high-scoring contest.

Last season's statistics reveal contrasting strengths. Clemson's offense outgained LSU's defense by a wide margin, while LSU's scoring defense held opponents to under 20 points per game. Clemson's defense, meanwhile, allowed more yards than LSU's offense typically produced, creating an intriguing stylistic clash.

Context

This season-opening matchup between two storied programs could shape early playoff narratives and influence rankings for both teams. Fans in Baton Rouge and Clemson's traveling supporters

Expanded detail and Context are AI-generated analysis; the linked article remains the authoritative source.
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