LSU QB Leavitt Cleared to Play After Injury Scare, Kiffin Says

Coach says quarterback is "ready to go" for matchup against Ole Miss despite a doubtful listing earlier in the week

Sep 19, 2026, 5:14 PM · 1 min read · language: en

LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt is expected to play against Ole Miss after being listed as doubtful earlier in the week, according to coach Lane Kiffin.

Kiffin told ESPN's "College GameDay" that Leavitt experienced a "scare" in the days leading up to the game but is now cleared for action. "He's ready to go," Kiffin said, according to ESPN.

Leavitt's status had been in question after the SEC availability report listed him as doubtful, raising uncertainty about whether he would be able to start. Kiffin did not provide additional details about the nature of the injury or the specifics of the "scare" he described.

The update comes ahead of LSU's game against Ole Miss, with Kiffin's comments offering the clearest indication yet that Leavitt will be available to play.

ESPN reported the coach's remarks as part of its coverage on "College GameDay" ahead of the matchup.

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