Baton Rouge, LA
Sep 28, 2024
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LSU overpowered South Alabama with a formidable 42-10 win at Tiger Stadium, shattering their opponent's defensive line with a series of explosive plays. Garrett Nussmeier, highlighted by a career-high 409 passing yards, set the game ablaze with a 71-yard touchdown pass to a versatile Caden Durham, who had 217 yards from scrimmage, showcasing both ground and air proficiency.
South Alabama, bound by a rigorous defense, managed to punctuate the score with a field goal by Laith Marjan before halftime and an isolated third-quarter touchdown by Anthony Eager. Yet, LSU's aggressive defense, with standout performances from linebackers Greg Penn and Whit Weeks, suffocated the Jaguars' offensive attempts, leveraging interceptions to maintain control, while a strategic and relentless offensive series kept the scoring momentum firmly on LSU’s side.
Caden Durham (LSU)
Durham electrified the crowd in Baton Rouge with a stunning 71-yard touchdown reception off a swing pass from Nussmeier on the first play of the game, immediately setting the high-octane pace that characterized the night.
Garrett Nussmeier (LSU)
Nussmeier punched in a 1-yard touchdown run, a culmination of Durham's blistering 86-yard rush that brought the offense to the brink of the end zone, demonstrating LSU's seamless play execution.
Caden Durham (LSU)
Durham clinched an 8-yard rushing touchdown, weaving through defenders to reinforce LSU's substantial opening quarter dominance with a 21-0 lead.
Laith Marjan (South Alabama)
Marjan confidently converted a 49-yard field goal, etching South Alabama's first points onto the scoreboard in the early second quarter amid challenging field conditions.
Aaron Anderson (LSU)
Anderson showcased precision in receiving a 23-yard touchdown from Nussmeier, punctuating the Tigers' potent passing strategy and ensuring a hefty 35-3 lead by halftime.
Anthony Eager (South Alabama)
Eager leaped into playmaker status with a 27-yard touchdown connection, offering a glimpse of the Jaguars' offensive capabilities against a stout LSU defense.
Jaden Voisin (South Alabama)
Voisin's interception of Nussmeier added a defensive spark for South Alabama, momentarily stalling LSU's dynamic aerial attack and boosting the Jaguars' morale.
Josh Williams (LSU)
Josh Williams powered through for a 4-yard rushing score, cementing LSU's commanding victory and further highlighting the depth of their offensive contributors.
Garrett Nussmeier (LSU, QB)
Combining a career-high 409 passing yards with dual touchdowns in both passing and rushing categories, his leadership orchestrated an unstoppable offensive machine that overwhelmed South Alabama from the first play.
Caden Durham (LSU, RB)
With a dazzling 217 all-purpose yards and two touchdowns, Durham's explosive plays, including a spectacular 86-yard run and yard-eating receptions, made him the game’s standout dual threat.
Greg Penn (LSU, LB)
Penn anchored LSU's defense with 14 tackles, compensating for the absence of Harold Perkins and stabilizing the unit against South Alabama's few offensive threats.
Anthony Eager (South Alabama, WR)
Eager emerged as South Alabama's top receiver with a standout 27-yard touchdown within his four receptions, creating significant yardage and one of the game's key highlight moments for the Jaguars.
South Alabama Jaguars
0
3
7
0
10
LSU Tigers
21
14
0
7
42
