It’s the Clemson Tigers versus the LSU Tigers at Tiger Stadium on September 5, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Location: Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, LA
- TV Channels: ABC
How to Watch Clemson vs. LSU on September 5, 2026
You can watch the LSU Tigers take on the Clemson Tigers live on DIRECTV on ABC on September 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET.
Clemson (0-0) at No. 11 LSU (0-0) — Game Preview
Clemson opens its season on the road against No. 11 LSU on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, with both programs sitting at 0-0 before kickoff. The game pits an ACC program looking to reset against an SEC opponent that starts the year ranked among the nation’s top 15, giving Clemson an early measuring stick and LSU a chance to open its campaign with a marquee win.
Clemson is expected to start returning quarterback Christopher Vizzina, who would be making his first road start. ESPN projected Vizzina as Clemson’s 2026 starter after he recorded 317 passing yards and three touchdowns in his first career start last season. Clemson will also feature SMU transfer Chris Johnson Jr. at running back and returning wide receiver T.J. Moore.
LSU counters with Arizona State transfer Sam Leavitt, ESPN’s projected starter for the 2026 season. Leavitt brings starting experience after helping Arizona State win the Big 12 and reach the College Football Playoff during the 2024 season.
Tiger Stadium’s Saturday night crowd is regarded as one of the toughest road environments in the sport, adding another variable for a Clemson team breaking in a new starter under center.
National TV
ABC
What Time is the Clemson vs. LSU Game on September 5, 2026?
The Clemson vs. LSU game starts at 7:30 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Clemson vs. LSU?
You can watch Clemson vs. LSU on ABC.
Players to Watch: Clemson vs. LSU
Clemson
Christopher Vizzina — QB. Dabo Swinney named the senior Clemson’s starting quarterback for the season opener, putting him in charge of the offense in his first true road start against a ranked opponent. He’ll look to establish rhythm early against a well-regarded LSU defense.
Chris Johnson Jr. — RB. Clemson’s backfield addition gets his first look in a Clemson uniform on the road at Tiger Stadium, sharing the offensive workload with returning wide receiver T.J. Moore as the Tigers try to control tempo against a ranked opponent.
LSU
Sam Leavitt — QB. The Arizona State transfer is expected to start for LSU after joining the program during the offseason. Leavitt gives the Tigers an experienced dual-threat quarterback who previously led Arizona State to a Big 12 championship and a College Football Playoff appearance.
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