The game that everyone has been hyping up the entire offseason has arrived as Lane Kiffin will make his dramatic return to Oxford, Mississippi on Saturday. Given all the drama surrounding Lane Kiffin's departure for LSU, everyone instantly circled this year's Magnolia Bowl as one of the games of the year, and it should live up to the hype.
After demolishing Clemson and beating Louisiana Tech, LSU is the Nation's No. 7 ranked team as Lane Kiffin has quickly built a contender in Baton Rouge. Pete Golding on the other side was able to add to a great core left behind by Kiffin, building the Nation's No. 8 ranked team.
While all the focus will be on Lane Kiffin, without the coaching drama this would still be a massive game with College Football Playoff and SEC Championship implications early in the season.
LSU game day guide: Odds, weather, injury updates, and more
LSU Tigers Vs Ole Miss Rebels odds
As of Saturday Morning, the LSU Tigers enter the game as 2.5-point favorites (-122) over the Ole Miss Rebels, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The total for the game is set at 58.5 points (-110).
All odds and lines are subject to change
Oxford, Mississippi weather forecast for Saturday
Fans attending the game will be treated to extreme heat as the National Weather Service has already issued a heat advisory, which will be in place until 8 PM CDT. The forecast predicts that it will get as hot as 96 degrees during the day before dipping into the high 80's around game time. The good news is that there's a 0% chance of precipitation, but Ole Miss' tears after the game could change things.
Injury Updates
The biggest story leading into the game was whether or not Sam Leavitt would play after he was doubtful on Wednesday's availability report. When the final injury report was released on Friday Night, Sam Leavitt was no longer listed, meaning he should be good to go on Saturday Night. Whit Weeks and Trey'Dez Green also came off the list, as the Tigers' biggest stars appear to be ready to go. Former Ole Miss linebacker TJ Dottery is now the biggest name to watch as he remains questionable for this game.
Sam Leavitt is no longer on the LSU injury report, after being doubtful two days ago. pic.twitter.com/rah9J27Fvt
— Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini) September 19, 2026
Final predictions for LSU vs Ole Miss
While Ole Miss is the home team in this clash, and it will be an emotional crowd, it would almost work in the team's favor more if this were a road game. The Ole Miss fans will be rowdy, but it may be hard to block out all the outside noise, as the entire fanbase has put pressure on this team to stick it to Lane Kiffin the entire offseason.
Ole Miss' defense looked shaky in their first test against Louisville, and if there's anyone who can exploit their weaknesses, it's Lane Kiffin. The LSU defense has been dominant to start the year, and the Tigers should have the playmakers to slow one of the most dynamic offenses in the conference thanks to the talent on the edges.
Final Score: LSU 38 - Ole Miss 24
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