Clemson and LSU set for 2026 college football opener
Clemson will visit LSU at Tiger Stadium on 5 September, with the home side favoured in the pre-game market.
Clemson is scheduled to open its 2026 college football season against LSU at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge on Saturday, 5 September, at 7.30 p.m. ET.
Fox Sports lists LSU as a 10-point favourite, with the projected total set at 50.5 points. The betting lines are projections and may change before kick-off.
The preview identifies Sam Leavitt as LSU’s projected starting quarterback and Christopher Vizzina as Clemson’s expected starter. Vizzina has one reported career start, against SMU in 2025.
LSU’s defensive record from the 2025 regular season includes five sacks while leading inside the final four minutes and five forced fumbles in the red zone.
Clemson receiver Cole Moore is also highlighted after leading the team with 837 receiving yards in 2025. LSU tight end Green reportedly caught 33 passes for 433 yards and seven touchdowns as a sophomore.
The supplied material is a pre-game preview and does not report a result or confirm the final line-ups.
