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LSU Football Heads to Texas Bowl

LSU Tigers to Face Houston in Texas Bowl; Coach Kiffin to Overhaul Offense, Defense to Remain Intact LSU football has been matched up with the University of Houston in the Texas Bowl, set for December 27th. This is LSUs third appearance in the Texas Bowl since 2022. Interim head coach Frank Wilson will lead the team through the bowl season, while new head coach Lane Kiffin will focus on overhauling the offense. The defensive side of the ball will remain largely intact, with defensive coordinator Blake Baker returning and working with the young core of players. The game will kick off at 8:15 PM Central Time on ESPN.

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