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Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell, despite an ankle injury, passed for three touchdowns, leading the ninth-ranked Crimson Tide to a 31-13 victory over No. 15 LSU on Saturday. Alabama's defense made several pivotal fourth-down stops, securing their position in the College Football Playoff picture. LSU, under first-year coach Lane Kiffin, struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities, going 0 for 4 on fourth down and missing a field goal. The loss leaves LSU with slim playoff hopes, while Alabama remains a strong contender for the national championship.
LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt completed 35 of 47 passes for 380 yards but was intercepted for the first time in three games. The Tigers' offensive struggles were compounded by a missed field goal and a turnover in Alabama territory, limiting them to a single touchdown. Despite the loss, Kiffin defended his decision to go for it on fourth-and-10, stating that punting would not have changed the outcome. The defeat marks Kiffin's sixth straight loss against Alabama, raising questions about his ability to compete against top-tier teams.
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