The availability of Sam Leavitt could decide if Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss is a big success or stinging disappointment. It is hard to put that kind of pressure on one player, but LSU's high-powered offense could be difficult to execute without a healthy starting quarterback. The Tigers surprised many people after listing Leavitt doubtful for Saturday's Ole Miss game, and they are keeping everyone on their toes once more on Thursday. The Arizona State transfer is now being upgraded to questionable, per On3's Brett McMurphy.

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If Leavitt has a chance to play in one of the most anticipated games of the 2026 college football season, it seems unlikely he will sit out. He is clearly below 100 percent, though, which could give the Rebels an edge at home. Still, LSU fans would feel more comfortable with an established and experienced signal-caller leading the charge.