Live Updates/Thread: LSU vs New Mexico
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Final: LSU 38, New Mexico 0
Fourth Quarter
LSU's defense has been suffocating this evening. They force another punt and the ball is back with LSU as Garrett Nussmeier lines up under center.
Scoring Update: LSU 38, New Mexico 0
There's Brian Thomas Jr. After being evaluated for a shoulder injury, the sophomore wide receiver comes back into the game and breaks away for a 57-yard touchdown on a pass from Garrett Nussmeier.
Third Quarter
This LSU defense has been remarkable, holding the Lobos' offense to 77 total yards through three quarters. Just nothing going for them in both the passing and run game.
Scoring Update: LSU 31, New Mexico 0
Garrett Nussmeier connects with Kyren Lacy for a 16-yard reception followed by back-to-back rushes by Noah Cain. Cain takes the second rush up the middle for a 49-yard touchdown run.
Another dominant defensive possession forces a Lobos punt and Jack Bech returns it. LSU ball with Garrett Nussmeier remaining in the game for LSU.
LSU radio says medical trainers were evaluating his lower back, but after a quick stint in the tent, Daniels is back on the sideline next to Brian Kelly with his helmet in his hand.
Scoring Update: LSU 24, New Mexico 0
Noah Cain scores a quick touchdown for the Tigers. It's been awhile since we've heard that name.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels is in the medical tent. After going down hard on a first down run, he remains out of the game. Redshirt freshman Garrett Nussmeier is in the game.
LSU WR Brian Thomas Jr. appears to have the medical team popping his shoulder back in place. Can't be certain that is the diagnosis. They worked on his shoulder for a minute or two then brought him into the medical tent.
Jayden Daniels beginning to utilize his legs more. A scramble up the middle gives the Tigers a 16-yard gain. LSU inside the Lobos' 30.
John Emery handling running back duties with Armoni Goodwin out of the game. The senior back is slowly getting his feet back under him, picking up blocks while looking more explosive with the ball in his hands.
Mekhi Wingo and Jacquelin Roy come up with a critical third down stop to force a New Mexico punt. Jack Bech remains the punt returner for the Tigers.
LSU's first drive of the second half stalls out after crossing midfield. A few missed throws from Daniels paired with miscommunication from his receivers resulted in the Tigers' first sluggish drive.
Tigers continue their up-tempo offensive attack, but see Armoni Goodwin limp off the field. Goodwin looked shaken up after a reception on a pass from Jayden Daniels.
Halftime: LSU 17, New Mexico 0
Second Quarter
LSU goes into the half with 291 yards of offense with an average of 7.3 yards per play. Jayden Daniels: 18-of-21 for 224 yards. Nine different receivers have caught a pass. Armoni Goodwin with two touchdowns in the run-game.
Scoring Update: LSU 17, New Mexico 0
Armoni Goodwin punches in the touchdown with 23 seconds remaining in the half.
A Daniels dart across the middle to Jaray Jenkins puts the Tigers inside the 10-yard line. He's looked extremely comfortable with the ball in his hands tonight, making quick decisions and converting on them. Timeout LSU with 0:55 remaining in the half.
LSU putting together a methodical, efficient drive here in the final few minutes of the 2nd Q. Brian Kelly elects to go for it on fourth down and the Tigers convert to get into Lobos territory.
Jayden Daniels is 14-of-16 for 176 yards so far. Very efficient showing with the Tigers tearing up the New Mexico secondary. No Kayshon Boutte, no problem.
Lobos show life with the ball in their hands but it's short lived after the Tigers force another punt. LSU ball with 6:07 remaining in the half.
New Mexico's offense has been unable to get into a rhythm, but Miles Kendrick finds Hullaby for a 38-yard gain.
Scoring Update: LSU 10, New Mexico 0
Daniels passes to the right side of the end zone for a touchdown score by Kole Taylor, but a Malik Nabers offensive pass interference takes it back. LSU settles for a field goal again and cannot convert.
Jayden Daniels reading through his progressions in this one. Brian Kelly spoke on how he wants his quarterback to read through each option before tucking and running. Daniels did. Nothing was there. He took it for 23-yard gain.
John Emery Jr. sighting to get the second quarter going. The Tigers continue looking to work him into the rotation alongside Armoni Goodwin.
First Quarter
Sai'vion Jones and Harold Perkins are getting in the backfield at ease here. Lobos punt to Bech who takes it 76 yards for the touchdown, but is called back after a penalty.
LSU getting to Lobos quarterback Miles Kendrick early in this one, forcing a quick sack to put New Mexico in a 3rd and 16 position.
Scoring Update: LSU 10, New Mexico 0
Tigers' drive stalls inside the red zone and LSU settles for a field goal by Damian Ramos.
Jayden Daniels connects on a 51-yard pass to Chris Hilton Jr. to start the drive and follows it with a pass across the middle to Jack Bech. LSU utilizing their youngsters early. Tigers on the Lobos' 25-yard line.
Lobos' drive stalls after 6 plays and 19 yards. Bech back to return. Tigers takeover on their own 15-yard line.
New Mexico going with short, quick plays in the first quarter. Quarterback Miles Kendrick keeping it simple against an LSU defense that is more than ready to see him run the football. Containing him well.
LSU cornerback Sevyn Banks checks in for his first defensive reps of the season. The Ohio State transfer has been nursing a hip injury.
Scoring Update: LSU 7, New Mexico 0
Productive, efficient first drive for the Tigers ends in a touchdown. Sophomore RB Armoni Goodwin punched in the score. 8-play, 57-yard touchdown drive.
LSU getting Bech involved early after a quick route across the middle. Brian Kelly spoke all week on his plan to give Bech touches in this one. Living up to what he said.
Lobos go three and out on their first drive. Back to return is Jack Bech, but the ball goes out of bounds after a short kick. Tigers in great field position to get things going.
New Mexico wins the toss and elects to receive.
Pregame
Starting offensive line rotation: LT Will Campbell (Freshman) LG Garrett Dellinger (Sophomore) C Charles Turner (Junior) RG Miles Frazier (R-Sophomore) RT Emery Jones (Freshman).
The Tigers will start a pair of true freshmen again at the tackle position: Will Campbell at left tackle. Emery Jones at right tackle.
Jarrick Bernard-Converse moves to safety with Major Burns out due to injury. Jack Bech will be the starting punt returner.
In dress clothes/not suiting up against New Mexico: Major Burns, BJ Ojulari and Matthew Langlois.
Kayshon Boutte remains out as he tends to a personal matter. Jack Bech set to get snaps in the slot.
