LSU Football Team Earned 11th Ranking in AP Poll
The Tigers secured the 11th spot in the latest Associated Press Top 25 after a dominant win against McNeese.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Football
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The Associated Press placed the LSU football team at No. 11 in its latest Top 25 poll. This announcement followed the Tigers' decisive 63-14 victory over McNeese.
Why it matters
The ranking reflects the team's upward trajectory in the standings following strong back-to-back performances. This position helps define the team's standing in the national college football hierarchy.
LSU earned the 11th spot in the AP Top 25 following a 63-14 win over McNeese, where the team scored nine total touchdowns. This follows a previous 35-6 victory over Texas A&M on Sept. 27, 2026.
The players
LSU
The Louisiana State University football team currently holds the 11th rank in the Associated Press Top 25 poll.
Associated Press
The Associated Press is a news agency that publishes a widely recognized weekly Top 25 poll for college football.
Texas
The Texas football team currently holds the No. 1 rank in the Associated Press poll with a 4-0 record.
The details
LSU dominated the game at Death Valley, putting up nine touchdowns to rout McNeese. The win extends the team's momentum following a previous victory against Texas A&M.
Timeline
Sept. 27, 2026: LSU defeated Texas A&M 35-6.
Oct. 3, 2026: LSU defeated McNeese 63-14.
Oct. 4, 2026: The Associated Press released the latest Top 25 poll.
Season Trajectory
The jump to 11th position strengthens LSU's standing within the national playoff picture. This progress establishes the team as a competitive force compared to current leaders like Texas.
The 11th-place ranking establishes LSU's position in the national standings heading into the next stretch of the season. Fans can track how this improved placement influences the team's path toward potential postseason play.
The takeaway
Maintaining a high ranking requires consistent performance throughout the remainder of the season. The team must build on its recent offensive success to continue climbing the national charts.
Further reading
For more on the Tigers' performance this season, visit the Football section.
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