LSU vs Vanderbilt Week 13 Review

Erik Trosclair • November 26, 2024

Let's get into it!

This Tigers finally got back in the win column Saturday night.


The Tigers received the opening kickoff and went 3 and out. Vanderbilt scored on the 1st play on their opening drive on a 63 yard bomb to Quincy Skinner Jr. Vandy 7-0. The Tigers answered back with an 8 play 90 yard drive that was capped off by a Josh Williams 20 yard rushing TD. Tied up 7-7. Vanderbilt went 3 and out. The Tigers turned the ball over on downs. The 2 teams traded punts. Vanderbilt turned the ball over on downs. LSU has a 9 play 80 yard drive that was capped off by a Josh Williams 21 yard rushing TD. LSU 14-7. Vanderbilt punted back to the Tigers, and the Tigers kneeled out the 1st half. Vanderbilt opened the 2nd half with a 12 play 46 yard drive that was capped off by a Brock Taylor 47 yard field goal. LSU 14-10. LSU answered back with a 10 play 77 yard drive that was capped off by a Kyren Lacy 12 yard receiving TD. LSU 21-10. Vanderbilt went 3 and out. LSU has a 13 play 74 yard drive that was capped off by a Damian Ramos 28 yard field goal. LSU 24-10. Vanderbilt answered back with a 10 play 75 yard drive that was capped off by a Diego Pavia 1 yard rushing TD. LSU 24-17. The Tigers had a 11 play 66 yard drive to finish out the game. Tigers Win! LSU 24 Vanderbilt 17.


TAKEAWAYS


- This offensive line played mad in this game. They played whistle to whistle, and that was refreshing to see.

- Josh Williams stepped up when his team needed him. Many of Josh's plays will be lost in time, but this was a perfect game for all Tiger fans to remember for Josh.

- This Tiger defense shut down Diego Pavia on the ground. This was impressive to see this turn around.


AWARDS

- Offensive MVP - Josh Williams - #18 had 151 total yards and 2 TDs. You have to feel good for Josh.

- Defensive MVP - Let's go with 3 Co-MVPs - Bradyn Swinson, Sai'vion Jones, and Davhon Keys - Swinson and Jones may not have had the greatest stats, but these guys were key in holding Pavia in check. Keys is a true freshman who has been performing better and better each week.


The Tigers welcome the Oklahoma Sooners to Baton Rouge Saturday night.


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🌊Class of 2026 Spotlight🌊: 
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By Patrick Harkness • July 12, 2026
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Jake Randle @JakeRandle22 
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Scouting Report: 
Speed and Athleticism: Clocked a 4.5-second 40-yard dash, a 37-inch vertical, and a 10-foot-1-inch broad jump at Tulane’s camp. His top-end speed reaches 21.53 mph, making him fastest on his team. Track background enhances his burst and long-speed. 
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Vision and Elusiveness: Shows good patience and cut-back ability, averaging over 9 yards per carry in his junior year. Effective in open space and as a third-down back. 
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By Patrick Harkness • July 12, 2026
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