Lane Kiffin Addresses Sam Leavitt's Accuracy Issues, Explains What LSU Must Do To Help

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin was asked during Sunday's Zoom call about quarterback Sam Leavitt's inconsistent accuracy in Saturday's 32-24 loss to Ole Miss and what the Tigers can do to help him get back on track.

Kiffin pointed to Leavitt missing practice time last week, including the team's third-down and red-zone preparation, as well as the pressure he faced from Ole Miss' defensive front.

"It didn't help missing practice last week," Kiffin said. "He actually missed third-down, red-zone day. You know, the timing of those routes. I believe that practice matters, so that didn't help him."

Kiffin also praised Leavitt's competitiveness and said the Tigers must do a better job protecting their quarterback moving forward.

"I love Sam's competitiveness. I love that he put us in a position to win the game, taking us down there, where we settled for the field goal," Kiffin said. "We've got to play better around him. We've got to protect him better."

Leavitt finished the game 16/27 for 158 yards with one touchdown and one interception. He also rushed for 63 yards and one touchdown.