The College Football Hall of Fame has officially lowered its eligibility criteria — and the move could have a major impact. With the changes, Les Miles and Mike Leach are now eligible for induction. Matt Moscona breaks down the new rules, why they matter, and makes a strong case for Les Miles’ place in college football history.

🏆 Should the 2007 national champion and longtime LSU coach be enshrined in Atlanta?

We’ll also reflect on the legacy of the late Mike Leach and how both coaches helped shape the modern era of college football.

LSU has officially announced kickoff times and broadcast networks for two key games in the 2025 season:

Sept. 6 – Louisiana Tech at LSU - 6:30 pm - ESPN+/SEC+
Sept. 13 – Florida at LSU - 6:30 pm - ABC Both games are set to be played at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge.

LSU has a long-standing tradition of hosting night games at Tiger Stadium, dating back to 1931. The atmosphere, cooler temperatures, and the iconic "Saturday Night in Death Valley" experience contribute to the allure of night games. Historically, LSU has performed well under the lights, with a notable home record in night games.

What do SEC coaches really think about LSU Football heading into the 2025 season? In this video, we dive into anonymous scouting reports and behind-the-scenes opinions on:

• LSU’s College Football Playoff potential 🏆 - Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier stepping into the spotlight 🔥
• - Head coach Brian Kelly’s progress in Baton Rouge 📈 Are the Tigers legit contenders or just hype? Hear what rival coaches are saying—and what it could mean for LSU’s path to the CFP. 👉 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more insider college football content! 

LINK TO ARTICLE: https://athlonsports.com/college-football/sec-coaches-talk-anonymously-about-conference-foes-for-2025#gid=ci02fb7a9d10012417&pid=mississippi-state

Matt Moscona dives into recent comments made by former LSU wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr., who shared his thoughts on the differences between Garrett Nussmeier and Jayden Daniels. What did Thomas say about Nussmeier’s playing style, leadership, and potential heading into the 2025 season? And how do his remarks stack up against the Heisman-level performance Daniels delivered in 2023?

Shea Dixon of On3Sports joins AFR to discuss the latest in LSU football recruiting. Could the Tigers land a 2026 Top 10 QB? We also discuss the latest on the recruitment of No. 1 OL Lamar Brown and the latest on the newest LSU recruiting predictions.

Matt Moscona discusses how LSU President William Tate's resignation will impact the future of LSU athletics.

Matt Moscona reacts to 4-star QB Bowe Bentley naming his final two schools, LSU and Oklahoma. Who is leader to land the Top QB in the 2026 class. We also discuss the future of the LSU quarterback room with or without Bentley.

Matt Moscona breaks down LSU’s return to the top of the 2026 recruiting rankings after 5-star linebacker Xavier Griffin decommits from USC. With just nine elite commitments, LSU’s class now outranks schools with double or triple the volume, thanks to a deep in-state crop and high-impact talent. Matt also highlights key targets like Lamar Brown and Darius McKinley as June’s massive recruiting window approaches. Subscribe for more LSU recruiting news and analysis!

Matt Moscona breaks down LSU’s projected win total for the 2025 season—set at 8.5—and why it feels like an easy over. While national sentiment might be cooling on Brian Kelly, Moscona explains why this veteran-loaded roster makes it hard to justify anything less than 10 wins. He dives into the expectations, past under achievements, and what it would mean if this team doesn’t deliver in Year 3 under BK.

Matt Moscona is joined by LSU DT transfer Bernard Gooden for an in-depth conversation on his journey to Baton Rouge. Gooden breaks down his recruiting process, the decision to leave South Florida, and why LSU was the perfect fit. He also shares insight into playing college football, working with new defensive line coach Kyle Williams, and how their styles align. Plus, Bernard gives a look into his disruptive play style and what he’s aiming to accomplish in 2025. Don’t miss this exclusive interview with one of LSU’s newest defensive anchors!

Matt Moscona and Shea Dixon talk LSU recruiting.

Matt Moscona is joined by LSU safety transfer AJ Haulcy to discuss his visit to Baton Rouge and how it stacked up to his recruitment experience at New Mexico. Haulcy reveals when LSU first reached out, what made the Tigers stand out early, and how his growing relationship with safeties coach Jake Olsen played a major role in his decision. A behind-the-scenes look at Haulcy’s journey from Houston to LSU and what’s ahead in the purple and gold.

On AFR, Matt Moscona Reacts to Jakai Anderson flipping his commitment from LSU to SMU.

On AFR, Matt Moscona was joined by Verge Ausberry to talk about the LSU-SMU football matchup.

Brad Crawford of 247 Sports joins AFR to discuss his piece on mounting pressure on Brian Kelly and LSU for a national title run following the impressive transfer portal class.

Matt Moscona predicts every position for the 2025 LSU Tigers Football team.

On After Further Review, Matt Moscona was joined by Shea Dixon of On3Sports to talk about LSU's transfer portal additions.

Matt Moscona reacts to LSU football landing transfer safety A.J. Haulcy. How does this addition impact the LSU defense? Are the Tigers taking a different approach in the transfer portal now that they are willing to spend money?

Matt Moscona looks at the preseason hype for LSU transfer wide receiver Nic Anderson. Are we sleeping on him?

Havon Finney Sr., father of LSU 5-star CB commit Havon Finney Jr., joins AFR to discuss the recruiting process and decision for his son to pick LSU. How long has Finney Jr. known he wanted to play for Brian Kelly, Corey Raymond and the Tigers? We also break down the player resume and the Tigers defense can expect from Finney Jr.