LSU’s road game against Ole Miss on Saturday, September 19 will set fans back at least $643 for a ticket, a jaw-dropping price that shows just how wild Lane Kiffin’s return to Vaught Hemingway Stadium is expected to be. This isn’t just about a rivalry; it’s about a coach making his first big splash in a new era, and the Magnolia Bowl trophy is on the line.
The Kiffin Era Kicks Off in Baton Rouge
After a truly tumultuous 7-6 season that saw Brian Kelly get fired in late October, LSU football is hitting reset with polarizing head coach Lane Kiffin at the helm for 2026. This isn’t a slow build either. The Tigers pulled off a hefty recruiting job, bringing in serious star power like former Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt. Every single LSU game this year is going to be must-see TV as Kiffin tries to rebuild the Tigers and get them back into title contention. You can practically taste the anticipation for what Kiffin’s going to do in his first year, and the fan base is absolutely buzzing.
Mark Your Calendars: Rivalries, Prices, and Big Games
LSU is going to be tested early and often. They kick off their home schedule on Saturday, September 5 at 7:30 p.m. ET against Clemson at Tiger Stadium. Last year, LSU snagged a 17-10 win against Clemson, so this is a chance to start strong. Tickets for that opener start at a hefty $221. Other major home matchups include Texas A&M, Mississippi State, and of course, the Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday, November 7 at Tiger Stadium. That Alabama game is massive; the Tigers have dropped their last three against them. While the Ole Miss road game is breaking the bank, you can catch LSU against Louisiana Tech at home on September 12 for as low as $20, or McNeese State on October 3. On the road, they will also face Kentucky, Auburn, Tennessee, and Arkansas. Ole Miss took home the Magnolia Bowl trophy last year, and dating back to 2020, no team has won it back-to-back. Kiffin’s going to want that trophy.
The new season officially begins Saturday, September 5 when LSU hosts Clemson at 7:30 p.m. ET. With Lane Kiffin leading the charge and a fresh roster, the energy is palpable. Can Kiffin turn this program around quickly and make a real statement in year one? You know every fan will be glued to the screen or in the stands to find out.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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