Kiffin's QB Room: A First Look at LSU's Depth Chart Under Center
With Sam Leavitt locked in as QB1, we break down the most important position group in Baton Rouge for this Depth Chart Thursday.
A new era is underway in Baton Rouge, and it's being orchestrated by one of college football's most notable figures: Head Coach Lane Kiffin. Since his arrival on December 1, 2025, the focus has been on how the Tigers will reshape themselves under his leadership. As LSU navigates the "Spring Ball & Recruiting 2026" season, the most critical piece of the puzzle—the quarterback position—already has a clear leader.
For this week's Depth Chart Thursday, the conversation at LSU begins and ends with Sam Leavitt. Leavitt is solidified as the team's QB1, poised to command the new-look offense. With spring practices in the rearview mirror, Leavitt's position atop the depth chart provides a crucial foundation for a program in transition.
Tasked with molding the offense around Leavitt is Offensive Coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. The partnership between Weis Jr. and Leavitt will be paramount to LSU's success this fall. While the specifics of the new scheme are still taking shape, having a definitive starting quarterback allows the staff to build a tailored game plan throughout the summer.
Behind Leavitt, the Tigers have established a clear hierarchy. Husan Longstreet and Landen Clark round out the quarterback depth, providing valuable support and a glimpse into the future of the position. On the other side of the ball, Defensive Coordinator Blake Baker will be charged with leading the defense, providing balance to the new coaching staff.
While many position battles will continue to unfold as the team heads toward fall camp, the clarity in the quarterback room is a significant development. For Lane Kiffin's Tigers, establishing the field general was step one, and with Sam Leavitt leading the charge, that box is confidently checked.
Published 4 months ago
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Process Notes & Methodology
The article focuses on the solidified quarterback depth chart under the new leadership of Head Coach Lane Kiffin. This angle is chosen because the provided context gives specific names for the entire QB room (Leavitt, Longstreet, Clark) and names the new coordinators, which directly aligns with a depth chart analysis.
The intro hooks the reader by highlighting the arrival of the new, high-profile head coach, Lane Kiffin. It immediately pivots to the quarterback position, using the head_coach and qb1 facts from the context to set the stage.
The body is built exclusively around the provided context points: Lane Kiffin as head coach, Charlie Weis Jr. as OC, Blake Baker as DC, and the full quarterback depth chart. I detail the roles of Sam Leavitt as the starter and Husan Longstreet and Landen Clark as the backups, establishing the structure of the most important position group.
The conclusion pivots to a forward-looking statement, acknowledging that while the QB position is set, other battles remain. It reinforces the idea that solidifying the quarterback role is a critical first step for the new coaching regime as they move out of spring and towards the fall season.
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