Good morning, Lafayette.

LSU coach Brian Kelly has lost all three season openers with the Tigers, suffering a one-point loss to Florida State in 2022, a 45 to 24 defeat in 2023, and a 27 to 20 setback in 2024—his team opened the 2025 season against No.6 Clemson on Saturday, Aug.

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LSU football revealed its depth chart ahead of the season opener at Clemson on Saturday, showing many positions with two-player choices and naming senior Jardin Gilbert to start at safety after A.J.

Haulcy was suspended for a fight last season. Coach Brian Kelly said that eight offensive linemen may play during the game—adding complexity to the lineup.

LSU redshirt senior QB Garrett Nussmeier is projected to be a top NFL Draft pick in 2026 as BetMGM names him the favorite to be the No. 1 selection.

He completed 337-of-525 passes for 4,052 yards and 29 touchdowns last season—boosting expectations as LSU begins its football season.

LSU lit Tiger Stadium in gold on Friday to honor Allyce Trapp Alexander — a two-time graduate from Houma battling a rare cancer — and the team will open its season at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Clemson.

Louisiana football played Rice in its season opener at Cajun Field in the new Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium, where starting quarterback Walker Howard returned home after a strong 10-win 2024 season.

The game was played on August 30 at 7 p.m.—it was broadcast live on ESPN+ amid cloudy skies with a 40% chance of rain.

LSU football rallied on the road to beat Clemson in their season opener+ the win signals a strong start as the team builds momentum for upcoming games.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — La Pizzeria Lafayette — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt tunes from local singer-songwriter Alyse Young as she serenades diners.

McNeese State Cowboys at Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Football

7-8:30 p.m. — Cajun Field — Lowest Price Guaranteed — Experience the thrill of college football as the Cowboys face off against the Ragin Cajuns.

CajunMan Race

7-11 a.m. — T.R.A.I.L. Transportation Recreation Alternatives in Louisiana — Entry fee required — Immerse yourself in a tradition of endurance with a triathlon, duathlon, or 5k run/walk.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — Park Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original music from local singer-songwriter Alyse Young.

Good Vibes Highway Tour

7 PM - 1 AM — Artmosphere — Ticket price not listed — Enjoy an uplifting evening of Acoustic Rock with a positive vibe in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Movies at Moncus: Shrek

Sunset — Moncus Park — $10 parking per vehicle — Enjoy a rescheduled screening of the beloved animated classic Shrek along with themed family activities and local food vendors.

Redwine and Justus Concert

7 PM - 1 AM — Whiskey & Vine — Ticket info not provided — Experience the fusion of traditional jazz and Cajun Musettes with clarinetist Ben Redwine and Chas Justus.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Bushido-Lafayette — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music with the talented local artist Alyse Young.

Ben Folds Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-bending music of acclaimed singer-songwriter Ben Folds in a captivating live performance.

Full Throttle Tour 2025

7-9 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Ticket prices may vary — Country superstar Jason Aldean hits the stage with special guests Nate Smith, RaeLynn, and Dee Jay Silver.