# LSU's undefeated run ends against Ole Miss

> Lane Kiffin's Tigers fall 32-24 to his former team in a second-half comeback that came up short.
- Title: LSU's undefeated run ends against Ole Miss · Usatoday
- Summary: Lane Kiffin's Tigers fall 32-24 to his former team in a second-half comeback that came up short. LSU's 2-0 start to the season ended with a loss to Ole Miss…
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- Source: Usatoday — https://lsutigerswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/lsu/football/2026/09/19/lsu-ole-miss-game-score-live-updates-tv-channel-lane-kiffin-return--live/91845371007
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## LSU's first loss comes at home
Ole Miss defeated LSU 32-24 on Saturday, handing Lane Kiffin his first loss since taking over the Tigers program.
## Ole Miss dominated early
The Rebels jumped out to a 17-0 lead in the second quarter before LSU mounted a comeback. Ole Miss extended their lead to 24-7 by halftime.
## LSU's second half surge
The Tigers outscored Ole Miss 14-0 in the third quarter with touchdowns from Sam Leavitt and Winston Watkins, cutting the deficit significantly.
## Crucial fourth down interception
With LSU driving late in the game, Sam Leavitt's pass to Jackson Harris was deflected and intercepted by Jaylon Braxton in the end zone, sealing the loss.
## Injuries plague the Tigers
LSU dealt with multiple injuries during the game, including Dashawn Spears in the second quarter and Trey'dez Green, who was carted off with a leg injury.
## Tigers fall to 2-1 on season
The loss drops LSU to 2-1 in the 2026 season after starting undefeated. The Tigers will look to bounce back in their next game.
## Key takeaway

LSU's 2-0 start to the season ended with a loss to Ole Miss, despite outscoring them 14-0 in the third quarter.