Live Updates: LSU Football vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in Week 13 Matchup

The LSU Tigers (6-4, 3-4 SEC) will return to action on Saturday night in Death Valley for a non-conference matchup against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers.

In what will serve as "Senior Night" in Baton Rouge, LSU will honor multiple long-time Tigers including Garrett Nussmeier, Harold Perkins, and Jacobian Guillory, among others.

The Bayou Bengals got back in the win column last Saturday after taking down the Arkansas Razorbacks with the program now looking to carry their momentum into Week 13.

"We've put together a great week of practice and preparation that culminated today with guys flying around that will continue to be built upon on tomorrow and through Saturday," LSU interim coach Frank Wilson said on Thursday.

"So pleased with the progress of our football team and the way that their approach has been, both mentally and physically."

LSU Tigers Football: Frank Wilson. — Courtesy of LSU Football.

Here's what interim coach Frank Wilson said of the matchup, pregame updates and a live thread from Saturday night in Tiger Stadium.

What Frank Wilson Said: Senior Night Edition

"I think our team is anxious; I think they're eager. For one more time, just one more time, for those guys who have spent five years, those guys who have spent four years, those guys who have recently gotten here, that are meeting now with our support staff and what that will look like in this senior night where we celebrate them."

Pregame Updates:

- LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is out for the Tigers on Saturday night. Frank Wilson and Co. will roll with Michael Van Buren under center against Western Kentucky in his second start this season.

- LSU wide receiver Aaron Anderson is out for the Week 13 matchup against Western Kentucky. The Louisiana native has been dealing with multiple injuries in 2025.

- LSU quarterback Colin Hurley remains away from the program for "personal reasons." The Tigers will have Van Buren as QB1 with Ju'Juan Johnson as the backup signal-caller.

- LSU linebacker Whit Weeks will return on Saturday night against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers after missing over a month with an ankle injury.

Live Updates:

[Make sure to refresh your browser for the latest information. Scroll down for the most recent updates each quarter from Baton Rouge.]

First Quarter:

- LSU has won the coin toss and deferred to the second half. Western Kentucky will receive the ball to open Saturday night's contest against Western Kentucky.

- Western Kentucky quarterback Rodney Tisdale comes out the gate firing on all cylinders with four consecutive completions for 35 yards with the Hilltoppers marching down to LSU's 18-yard line. The Tigers force a 36-yard field goal attempt that is up and good. 9-play, 57-yard scoring drive.

Score Update: WKU 3, LSU 0

- LSU quarterback Michael Van Buren tosses a pair of incompletions following a six yard carry from Harlem Berry to open the drive. Tigers go three-and-out on the first possession of the game. WKU takes over on their own 12-yard line following the LSU punt.

- LSU EDGE Jack Pyburn comes up with a sack on third down to force a 4th-and-13 for Western Kentucky. The Hilltoppers boot it away and LSU will begin their second possession of the game on their own 31-yard line. 8:10 remaining in the first quarter.

- LSU's ensuing drive stalls after five plays for 17 yards with Grant Chadwick taking the field to punt it away. WKU will begin their drive on the 20-yard line.

- The LSU defense has come alive after a shaky first drive. Tigers force a second consecutive punt after allowing a field goal on the first possession. LSU takes over on their own 21-yard line. 3:05 remaining in the quarter.

End of 1Q: WKU 3, LSU 0

Second Quarter:

- LSU quarterback Michael Van Buren tosses his first interception of the season to open the second quarter. The Tigers have 67 total yards of offense with Van Buren 3-for-7 through the air. Western Kentucky quickly takes the ball following the turnover and marches into LSU territory.

- Western Kentucky quarterback Rodney Tisdale continues a strong start with 11 completions for over 80 yards in the first half. Tisdale has his Hilltoppers squad inside the LSU 5-yard line on 3rd-and-6. Timeout Western Kentucky with 10:58 remaining in the half.

- The LSU defense forces a turnover on downs after Western Kentucky elects to go for it on 4th down from inside the 5-yard line. Tigers take over on their own 4-yard line with an opportunity to capitalize after a strong stand in the red-zone.

- The LSU offense continues struggling here in the first half after turning the ball over following an incompletion from Michael Van Buren on fourth down. Tigers march into WKU territory, but are unable to convert on fourth down. 5:45 remaining in the half.

- On the ensuing drive, Western Kentucky goes seven plays for 20 yards with the Hilltoppers electing to go for it on fourth down near midfield. The LSU defense forces a turnover on downs after a second consecutive fourth down stop. Tigers take over on their own 38-yard line.

- Michael Van Buren and the LSU Tigers march down the field on an 8-play, 62-yard drive with a Trey'Dez Green touchdown reception capping it off. Van Buren hits Green for an 11-yard score. LSU went 6-for-8 through the air with 48 passing yards to get in the end-zone.

HALFTIME: LSU 7, WKU 3

Third Quarter:

- LSU will receive the opening kickoff in the third quarter after deferring in the first half.

- The LSU offense remains nonexistent in Tiger Stadium. Michael Van Buren and Co. open the second half with a 5-play, 19-yard drive with LSU forced to punt it away. Van Buren completes a pair of passes, but the drive stalls early. WKU will open their first drive of the second half on their own 11-yard line.

- The Tigers' defense continues answering the call for LSU after forcing a three-and-out with DJ Pickett coming up with a critical sack on third down. WKU punts it away and the Bayou Bengals take over near midfield. 10:32 remaining in the third frame.

- On the ensuing drive, Michael Van Buren and Co. crumble after an instant three-and-out. 2-yard gain on a pass from Van Buren to Trey'Dez Green followed by a zero yard gain on a pass to Harlem Berry. Van Buren is then sacked for a 12-yard loss on third down with zero time in the pocket. LSU punts. WKU takes over on their own 15-yard line.

- LSU five-star true freshman DJ Pickett reels in an interception to put the Tigers near the red-zone, but the offense stalls inside the 5-yard line on a 6-play, 21-yard drive. LSU is forced to settle for a field goal attempt. Damian Ramos drills the 18-yard kick.

Score Update: LSU 10, WKU 3

- The LSU defense continues stepping up against Western Kentucky with Tigers cornerback PJ Woodland hauling in an interception on the ensuing drive. LSU forces back-to-back picks to open the second half. 3:35 remaining in the third quarter.

- After exchanging a pair of punts, LSU will begin their drive near midfield with 1:10 remaining in the third quarter. Tigers have been limited to 219 total yards of offense, 4.3 yards per play, and are 2-for-11 on third down.

End of 3Q: LSU 10, WKU 3

Fourth Quarter:

- LSU opens the fourth quarter with a 10-play, 40-yard drive with the Tigers forced to settle for a field goal. Damian Ramos boots a 29-yarder through the uprights.

Score Update: LSU 13, WKU 3

- The LSU defense continues making it happen down the stretch after forcing Western Kentucky to punt after a quick three-and-out on the ensuing drive. The Tigers will take over on their own 25-yard line with 9:53 remaining.

- After exchanging a pair of stalled drives, the LSU Tigers march into Western Kentucky territory with the opportunity to chew the clock out, but a Harlem Berry fumble makes it a one-score game. Jordan Donald returns the fumble 71 yards to the end-zone for a defensive touchdown. 1:08 remaining.

Score Update: LSU 13, WKU 10

FINAL: LSU 13, Western Kentucky 10

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