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re: Kiffin spoke on Leavitt without naming him tonight
Posted on 9/24/26 at 11:28 pm to DByrd2
Posted on 9/24/26 at 11:28 pm to DByrd2
Here is my thing. Sam didn’t start playing QB yesterday. How does he not know to do all these things? Set your feet to throw? Man I knew that! Why isn’t he doing it dude been playing QB his whole life!!
It’s frustrating but we need him to put it together soon.
It’s frustrating but we need him to put it together soon.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 1:16 am to DByrd2
I would say most “fans” actually don’t know that Leavitt “isn’t a terrible QB”. I have been arguing for days about it. These same ppl wanted Brennan over Burrow and Nuss over Daniels
I think we are all upset and disappointed about the OM game. However, I’m not sure why we (fans) would take anything away from that game except that we showed fight to battle back. That was the equivalent to Clemson coming into our stadium. Clemson was never going to win that game with all the emotion, and same for LSU.
Our coaches coached D- and our players followed suit until we got in a huge hole. Us battling back and tying (and we really we shoukd have been leading) was a monumental feat. Sam missed a lot of last season, all spring, getting healthy, and is coming from the sunny desert where no one really cares about football. That was the most intense situation many of these guys have been put in, and Sam proved he would lay it all on the line for LSU.
1000% passing needs to be better, but I also think the coaches need to help him settle in early. He clearly has the arm and ability, and he is fearless running. I am HOPEFUL he grows week in and week out. I terrified for the weekend because we are about to learn a ton about Sam, Blake Baker, and the season. The last 2 times we played Marcel Reed he vaulted into heisman conversation. I sure hope that has changed
I think we are all upset and disappointed about the OM game. However, I’m not sure why we (fans) would take anything away from that game except that we showed fight to battle back. That was the equivalent to Clemson coming into our stadium. Clemson was never going to win that game with all the emotion, and same for LSU.
Our coaches coached D- and our players followed suit until we got in a huge hole. Us battling back and tying (and we really we shoukd have been leading) was a monumental feat. Sam missed a lot of last season, all spring, getting healthy, and is coming from the sunny desert where no one really cares about football. That was the most intense situation many of these guys have been put in, and Sam proved he would lay it all on the line for LSU.
1000% passing needs to be better, but I also think the coaches need to help him settle in early. He clearly has the arm and ability, and he is fearless running. I am HOPEFUL he grows week in and week out. I terrified for the weekend because we are about to learn a ton about Sam, Blake Baker, and the season. The last 2 times we played Marcel Reed he vaulted into heisman conversation. I sure hope that has changed
Posted on 9/25/26 at 1:18 am to southsidedell
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Here is my thing. Sam didn’t start playing QB yesterday. How does he not know to do all these things? Set your feet to throw? Man I knew that! Why isn’t he doing it dude been playing QB his whole life!!
It’s frustrating but we need him to put it together soon.
We'll see Saturday. I really think the moment got him in Oxford. Hopefully he needed that before he runs the SEC gauntlet.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 1:37 am to southsidedell
Not being a smartass, but it boggles my mind when people say things like this
Go watch the first 2 offensive series, the OL was so overwhelmed everything collapsed. LK even said that the #1 thing you want to do is fluster a QB early (which is hilarious since we have Chambliss an hour to throw every play). When your LG has a 12.6 pass blocking grade how do you set your feet? There was a play that Moore got run over, tackled the DT, and Leavitt still got sacked.
The game was moving a million miles an hour for he and the OL and the coaches for 20 mins. Being calm and sitting in the pocket while large dudes are falling all around you or trying to tackle you is a rare trait. He showed signs but wasn’t consistent. Starting mid 2nd Q, we had drives of 17 plays (TD), 3 plays (punt), 6 plays (TD), 7 plays (TD), 9 plays (short FG after stalling inside the 10), 14 plays (int in end zone)
Outside of the drive coming out of halftime, we basically moved the ball easily. But when you get into a 17 point hole, on the road, against a top 10 team, in that atmosphere, it is almost impossible to come back and win
Go watch the first 2 offensive series, the OL was so overwhelmed everything collapsed. LK even said that the #1 thing you want to do is fluster a QB early (which is hilarious since we have Chambliss an hour to throw every play). When your LG has a 12.6 pass blocking grade how do you set your feet? There was a play that Moore got run over, tackled the DT, and Leavitt still got sacked.
The game was moving a million miles an hour for he and the OL and the coaches for 20 mins. Being calm and sitting in the pocket while large dudes are falling all around you or trying to tackle you is a rare trait. He showed signs but wasn’t consistent. Starting mid 2nd Q, we had drives of 17 plays (TD), 3 plays (punt), 6 plays (TD), 7 plays (TD), 9 plays (short FG after stalling inside the 10), 14 plays (int in end zone)
Outside of the drive coming out of halftime, we basically moved the ball easily. But when you get into a 17 point hole, on the road, against a top 10 team, in that atmosphere, it is almost impossible to come back and win
Posted on 9/25/26 at 5:42 am to abellsujr
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This is stuff I feel like he couldn’t work because he was recovering.
If you watch ASU this is nothing new with him. This is who he has been, 2024 not withstanding. Plus, in 2024 he had Skattebo. I posted his 2024 stats to his YTD games in another thread. They're not much different.
2024- 61.3% completion, 8.2 yds/completion, 206 yds/game
2026- 61.7% completion, 7.9 yds/completion, 244 yds/game
Passing TD production was higher at ASU.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 6:00 am to DByrd2
My biggest issue with him, is even when he is given time and does set his feet, he isnt accurate consistently. Thats a really hard thing for a qb to fix at this point. Not many qbs become accurate passers by the end of their college careers. He can be a fine qb, i just dont see him as a top end from a throwing standpoint; even without the bad habits
This post was edited on 9/25/26 at 6:01 am
Posted on 9/25/26 at 6:13 am to VooDude
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He needs a few licks in him first to process things more quickly.
where do you people come from?
Posted on 9/25/26 at 6:17 am to DByrd2
Once the sweat and spit starts to fly, and the chase begins, we'll see if the fundamentals CLK is emphasizing are locked in.
As in most athletics, calm and confidence win the day. We've had a little too much panic from the offense and not enough intensity from the defense the last two games.
I'd be ok with seeing some improvement in those aspects. A win would be nice as well.
As in most athletics, calm and confidence win the day. We've had a little too much panic from the offense and not enough intensity from the defense the last two games.
I'd be ok with seeing some improvement in those aspects. A win would be nice as well.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 6:32 am to DByrd2
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Kiffin directly referenced recognizing and climbing the pocket, setting feet to step into throws,
He actually stated that the O-line needed to be better in pass protection to allow Sam the opportunity to climb the pocket, set his feet and step into the throws.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 6:54 am to 818 Tiger
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That said, if it continues to be bad in the passing game we may see a back-up way sooner than we expected coming into the year.
This isn't a Kiffin quote, is it? Your synopsis?
I can't see Kiffin pulling him unless it is really bad. I can give SL some grace in the 1st qtr because the OL was absolute crap against a solid DL that was amped.
It was very inconsistent with him. One drive he looked in rhythm and found the open guys, then all of sudden he gets happy feet and runs. He isn't fast enough to pull it down and take off that often. But he has to have some confidence in the OL.
Need to run the ball and slow that DL down. I wish CLK would run some play action, but that might be too much for SL10 and would require him to make his post snap reads even faster. I think aTm is fairly deep at DL,so we need to run and not let them sub.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 7:20 am to DByrd2
Be thankful we don't have the Offensive issues that Oklahoma has.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 8:47 am to JohnnyU
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He actually stated that the O-line needed to be better in pass protection to allow Sam the opportunity to climb the pocket, set his feet and step into the throws.
He ACTUALLY mentioned the pocket a couple of times, and you’re not wrong. You’re also ignoring that he spoke directly about “climbing the pocket and making throws”.
There were many times Leavitt had a pocket and open receiver, but he bailed when he got to his covered first option in the read.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 8:48 am to jp4lsu
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This isn't a Kiffin quote, is it? Your synopsis?
Correct. That’s my opinion, there.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 8:54 am to Datbayoubengal
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There is no Fournette, Guice, or CEH in the backfield.
We have a very good RB. He’s not as good as Fournette, and maybe not Guice, but he’s as good as Clyde.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 9:01 am to John Rambeaux
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I think we're a lot further away from a QB change than some of you think.
Are we convinced after 3 games that Leavitt is incapable of progressing under Lane?
Depends how far away Clark is.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 9:08 am to DByrd2
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Several of the technical/tactical hawks on the board pointed out footwork, mechanics, and decisions from the QB as being terrible last weekend.
Kiffin directly referenced recognizing and climbing the pocket, setting feet to step into throws, and making the right pass off of the RPOs designed to compliment our offensive scheme.
It’s good to know that Kiffin is pointing out the simple things. That usually means that the great things are only a half-step away, but it also signals that the improvements need to happen quickly.
The fans know that it isn’t simply Leavitt being a terrible QB.
The head coach mentioning skills that need to improve for certain positions adds an extra dimension of accountability to the fans on the players’ end. You’re not just representing yourself at this program. You’re representing your teammates, friends, family, and the state of Louisiana. They want to cheer you on. They recognize how simple the improvements can be.
It takes action to be accountable for your performances, so improve yourself and represent them well!
I’m stoked for this weekend. It finally feels like there is a competent captain at the wheel of the ship. I don’t think he is the kind to pull the plug too early, nor too late. I think the passing game shines this weekend.
That said, if it continues to be bad in the passing game we may see a back-up way sooner than we expected coming into the year.
You mean he didn’t smash his fist down on the table all red faced like he’s having a stroke?
Posted on 9/25/26 at 9:14 am to DByrd2
It’s very alarming to me that he is struggling the most with the basic concepts of being a high level QB
Posted on 9/25/26 at 9:30 am to Penrod
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good as Clyd
You serious Clark? Clyde was a first round draft pick that dominated games receiving and rushing.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 9:37 am to JohnnyU
It’s there. He just doesn’t see it because he bails too soon.
Posted on 9/25/26 at 9:37 am to abellsujr
Sometimes it seems like he is new to CFB. Weird
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