Alabama beats LSU, improves to 8-1 on season
In its first game back on the field since LSU fired Brian Kelly, the Tigers visit No. 4 Alabama. The Crimson Tide is coming off a bye, looking to continue its march through the SEC and punch a ticket to the College Football Playoff in Kalen DeBoer’s second season.
Interim LSU head coach Frank Wilson had two weeks to get the Tigers up to return to the field. LSU is 5-3 and has lost three of its last four.
Saturday’s game kicks off at 7:30 ET on ABC. On3’s live blog will track the matchup with live updates, analysis and instant reaction. Follow along for the latest on LSU at Alabama.
Final: Alabama 20, LSU 9
11/08/2025 10:02:40 PMAlabama improves to 6-0 in SEC play and 8-1 on the season. The Crimson Tide hosts Oklahoma in Tuscaloosa next Saturday.
4Q, 3:03: LSU fumbles
11/08/2025 09:55:06 PMTrying to rally LSU, quarterback Michael Van Buren dropped back to pass but was sacked by Alabama’s Yhonzae Pierre, who forced a fumble that was recovered by London Simmons at the LSU 26-yard line. The strip sack sealed the Alabama win.
🚨 4Q, 4:25: Alabama 20, LSU 9
11/08/2025 09:48:55 PMTrying to hold onto its one-score lead, Alabama tacked on a score as kicker Conor Talty converted a 44-yard field goal to make it 20-9 with 4:25 remaining.
4Q, 7:11: LSU punts
11/08/2025 09:43:51 PMPinned up against its goal line, LSU had a chance on 3rd-and-9 to pick up a first down, but tight end Trey’Dez Green dropped a wide-open pass. Alabama takes over on its 45-yard line following a penalty on the punt return.
4Q, 8:51: Alabama punts
11/08/2025 09:36:42 PMThe LSU defense came up with a big-time stop, forcing Alabama to punt. The Tigers will get the ball back trailing by eight points. A perfect punt from the Tide pinned LSU on its 2-yard line with 8:51 to play and trailing by a score.
🚨 4Q, 10:28: Alabama 17, LSU 9
11/08/2025 09:29:07 PMLSU backup quarterback Michael Van Buren led the Tigers on a 9-play, 18-yard drive, setting them up in field goal range. Kicker Damian Ramos converted a 37-yard field goal, as LSU made it a one-score game early in the fourth quarter.
4Q, 14:53: Alabama fumbles
11/08/2025 09:20:31 PMAlabama quarterback Ty Simpson dropped back to pass, but LSU’s Harold Perkins poked the ball out of Simpson’s hands. The Tigers recover the ball and take over on the Alabama 38-yard line.
END 3Q: Alabama 17, LSU 6
11/08/2025 09:15:57 PMThe Crimson Tide will have a 1st-and-10 from its 46-yard line coming out of the quarter break. Alabama has outgained LSU 295 to 202 yards on the night.
Garrett Nussmeier benched
11/08/2025 09:00:54 PMLSU has benched quarterback Garrett Nussmeier in favor of Mississippi State transfer Michael Van Buren Jr. The Tigers are looking for a spark on offense, trailing by 11 late in the third quarter.
3Q, 6:27: Alabama punts
11/08/2025 08:56:29 PMDespite taking multiple deep shots on the drive, Alabama and quarterback Ty Simpson were not able to get momentum going. The Tide went 22 yards on six plays and punted. LSU takes over on its 17-yard line, trailing 17-6.
🚨 3Q, 8:54: Alabama 17, LSU 6
11/08/2025 08:48:30 PMAlabama’s Yhonzae Pierre, with a lineman all over him, sacks LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier for a 14-yard loss, bringing up 4th and 27. LSU kicker Damian Ramos converted a 44-yard field goal to get points on the board on the drive.
Nic Anderson injured
11/08/2025 08:35:59 PMLSU wide receiver Nic Anderson pulled in a 16-yard catch from Garrett Nussmeier, but went down awkwardly with a knee injury.
Second half underway
11/08/2025 08:32:35 PMLSU receives to open the second half and starts at its 25-yard line.
Halftime: Alabama 17, LSU 3
11/08/2025 08:13:19 PMAlabama has 244 yards at the half compared to LSU’s 131 yards. Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is 13 of 15 but averaging just 5.8 yards per pass.
🚨 2Q, 0:22: Alabama 17, LSU 3
11/08/2025 08:09:39 PMAlabama quarterback Ty Simpson hit wide receiver Ryan Williams for a 13-yard touchdown pass before the half. Williams’ fourth touchdown of the season gives Alabama a commanding lead headed into the half.
2Q, 2:28: Alabama misses field goal
11/08/2025 07:59:38 PMPutting together a 9-play, 51-yard drive before the half, Alabama kicker Conor Talty failed to convert a 26-yard field goal as it sailed wide left. LSU takes over on its 22-yard line, trailing 10-3.
Aaron Anderson update
11/08/2025 07:49:20 PMLSU wide receiver Aaron Anderson is expected to return, per the ABC broadcast. He hyperextended his elbow.
🚨 2Q, 9:25: Alabama 10, LSU 3
11/08/2025 07:45:39 PMAlabama put together a dominant seven-play, 75-yard drive spanning over three minutes. Running back Daniel Hill finished off the drive with a four-yard touchdown run.
🚨 2Q, 12:27: LSU 3, Alabama 3
11/08/2025 07:35:00 PMDespite LSU wide receiver Aaron Anderson heading to the injury tent on the drive, the Tigers converted a 37-yard field goal to tie the game up 3-3 early in the second quarter.
🚨 1Q, 1:20: Alabama 3, LSU 0
11/08/2025 07:35:04 PMAlabama kicker Conor Talty converted a 45-yard field goal to give the Tide a 3-0 lead near the end of the first quarter.
1Q, 2:20: LSU fumbles inside 25-yard line
11/08/2025 07:15:12 PMAlabama linebacker Nikhai Hil-Green punched the ball out of LSU tight end Bauer Sharp’s hands and quickly jumped on the ball. The Tide takes over on the LSU 24-yard line.
1Q, 3:42: Alabama punts
11/08/2025 07:08:09 PMFollowing LSU’s missed field goal attempt, Alabama picked up a first down on a 33-yard completion to Germie Bernard, but the Tide’s offense stalled. Following a punt, LSU takes over on its 7-yard line.
1Q, 4:49: LSU misses 30-yard field goal
11/08/2025 07:02:04 PMTrying to take advantage of the turnover on downs, LSU put together a 10-play, 48-yard drive but kicker Damian Ramos was not able to convert a 30-yard field goal. Alabama takes over on its 20-yard line.
1Q, 10:35: Alabama turnover on downs
11/08/2025 06:53:30 PMFacing a 4th-and-1 from the LSU 39-yard line, Alabama opted to go for it with a direct snap to Jam Miller, who was stopped, forcing a turnover on downs.
Kickoff
11/08/2025 06:43:03 PMLSU has won the toss and deferred to the second half. Alabama will receive and takes over at the 25-yard line.
Final betting line
11/08/2025 06:27:58 PMAlabama is a 9.5-point home favorite, according to BetMGM. The over-under is set at 49.5 points.
Latest injury updates
11/08/2025 06:23:34 PMSources have told On3 that the current expectation is that star wide receiver Ryan Williams will be available on Saturday night against LSU. He’s been listed as probable on the SEC availability report this week.
Linebacker Whit Weeks is not expected to play against Alabama, sources tell On3. He’s been viewed as questionable and doubtful most of the week. He’s missed the Vanderbilt and Texas A&M games as he works through a leg injury. Freshman offensive tackle Carius Curne is on track to play after previously appearing on the injury report. He’ll play a key role with Tyree Adams still sidelined.