Live Updates: LSU Football vs. Auburn in Week 7

The Tigers host Auburn in a key SEC matchup, Jayden Daniels looks to continue dominant season.

No. 22 LSU is back in Tiger Stadium with a primetime matchup against Auburn set to kickoff at 6:05 p.m. CT.

LSU enters the contest at 4-2 overall (3-1 in SEC play), while Auburn is 3-2 overall (0-2 in SEC play), but it’s a matchup that has significant intrigue.

The Tigers enter Saturday night with the top offense in the SEC and the No. 3 ranked offense nationally, averaging 558.3 yards per game (210.7 rushing, 337.7 passing). Quarterback Jayden Daniels continues to play at an elite level, finishing 15-of-21 for 259 yards passing, 130 yards rushing and four total touchdowns last week in LSU’s 49-39 win over Missouri.

Here's what Brian Kelly said of Auburn, pregame notes and live updates from Saturday in Death Valley:

What Brian Kelly Said:

“Hugh Freeze is an outstanding football coach,” Kelly said. “He’s taken the personnel and fit what they need to do. This is a team that’s going to run the football, play physical. They have shown that they can beat anybody. It’s great to be back home in Tiger Stadium and we’re looking forward to hosting Auburn this weekend.”

Pregame Updates:

- LSU cornerback Ashton Stamps is OUT for Saturday's contest against Auburn. The true freshman was seen in sweats on the sidelines. 

- LSU WR Chris Hilton Jr. is OUT for Saturday, but was seen without his walking boot on. Positive sign for the Tigers vertical threat. 

- The Tigers will roll with their wide receiver tandem of Malik Nabers, Brian Thomas Jr. and Kyren Lacy as the starters. Expect Aaron Anderson to receive snaps against the Tigers as he returns from a hamstring injury.

- Thin cornerback group: Zy Alexander, Denver Harris, Laterrance Welch and Sage Ryan. 

- Omar Speights returns for the Tigers after missing last week at Missouri, Expect Speights to split reps with true freshman Whit Weeks at linebacker. 

- LSU LB Omar Speights earns the start tonight. Zy Alexander and Sage Ryan will start at cornerback. 

Live Updates/Thread:

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First Quarter 

Auburn has won the coin toss and deferred to the second half. Jayden Daniels and Co. will start the game with the football.

Daniels opens the game with a quick pass to LSU tight end Mason Taylor for a quick nine yard gain. Logan Diggs follows it with a 35-yard run as the Tigers near the red zone in the blink of an eye.

Daniels connects with Malik Nabers for a 29-yard touchdown pass and the Tigers get on the board in under two minutes. 4-play, 75-yard drive.

Score Update: LSU 7, Auburn 0 

LSU defense rolled with Sage Ryan and Zy Alexander as the starting cornerbacks on the first defensive snap. The next play defensive coordinator Matt House went with a dime package, throwing in Denver Harris at cornerback with Ryan moving to nickel and Ryan Yaites coming in as the third safety alongside Andre Sam and Major Burns. 

It's deafening in Tiger Stadium and Auburn is feeling it. A quick false start penalty and miscommunication on the snap on third down forces the [Auburn] Tigers to punt. Three and out. LSU takes over. 

The LSU offense is rolling. Jayden Daniels breaks open a 26-yard run and the Tigers are near the red zone once again. On the following play, offensive lineman Emery Jones went down with a lower body injury and immediately went into the medical tent. True freshman Zalance Heard enters the game at right tackle. 

LSU unable to convert on third and 10 inside the red zone and the Tigers will settle for a 30-yard field goal. Damian Ramos' kick is good. 11-play, 66-yard scoring drive. 

Score Update: LSU 10, Auburn 0 

The Tigers' defense is having its way early here against Auburn after forcing another three and out. Harold Perkins with a pair of impactful plays. Auburn punts. LSU takes over at their own 35-yard line. 

A John Emery sighting. The veteran running back comes in with a big run and follows it with a 49-yard gain on a reception from Jayden Daniels. LSU inside the red zone. 

LSU capitalizes on offense once again with Emery getting into the end zone. Tigers balloon their lead to 17. 6-play, 65-yard scoring drive.

Score Update: LSU 17, Auburn 0

End of 1Q: LSU 17, Auburn 0

Second Quarter 

Auburn strikes back to get on the board. A balanced attack for this offense as Jarquez Hunter punches in the touchdown. 8-play, 75-yard touchdown drive for the Tigers.  

Score Update: LSU 17, Auburn 0

Jayden Daniels with all the time in the world in the pocket. He hits Kyren Lacy for a 22-yard gain to put the Tigers in Auburn territory. 

LSU lines up to go for it on fourth down and one yard to go, but a false start penalty forces the Tigers to kick a 35-yard field goal. Damian Ramos drills it. 9-play, 57-yard scoring drive. 

Score Update: LSU 20, Auburn 7

The LSU defense is clicking here early. Maason Smith and Co. continue putting pressure on Auburn signal-caller Payton Thorne while Harold Perkins rotates around at SAM/nickel. Tigers force another punt. LSU takes over on the 20-yard line. 

The Tigers are falling back on their rushing attack in a big way here in the first half. Logan Diggs, Kaleb Jackson and John Emery have all received significant snaps with Jayden Daniels also utilizing his legs. (6:36 remaining in the first half)

Logan Diggs: 9 attempts, 68 yards (7.8 YPC)

Jayden Daniels: 5 attempts, 50 yards (10 YPC)

John Emery: 4 attempts, 14 yards 

LSU forced to punt for the first time this half after a Kyren Lacy drop on third and seven. Auburn takes over with 6:22 remaining. Tigers lead 20-7

LSU DL Paris Shand continues impacting the game with CB Zy Alexander coming up with a critical pass breakup as well. The Tigers force an Auburn three and out. LSU takes over at midfield. 

Halftime: LSU 20, Auburn 7

Third Quarter

Auburn receives the kick to start off the second half and the Tigers will take over at the 25-yard line. 

Auburn is rolling with Robby Ashford here to start the second half and he immediately connects with Brandon Frazier for a 39-yard gain. Shortly after, Harold Perkins comes up with a huge sack on third down. Auburn's 38-yard field goal is good. 

Score Update: LSU 20, Auburn 10

True freshman Kaleb Jackson continues leaving imprints every moment he can. The youngster breaks open a kick return 64 yards down the sideline to put the Tigers on the Auburn 38-yard line. 

Jayden Daniels connects with Kyren Lacy for a 25-yard touchdown on a quick drive by the Tigers. 6-play, 39-yard drive.

Score Update: LSU 27, Auburn 10

The LSU front seven is wreaking havoc on Auburn's offense tonight with the Tigers clogging the lanes once again. Omar Speights and Sai'vion Jones step up to force an Auburn three and out. LSU takes over at the 33-yard line.  

Jayden Daniels connects with Kyren Lacy once again on a 57-yard gain on the first play of the drive. First and goal LSU. (5:04 remaining)

Daniels caps off a quick drive with a touchdown pass to LSU RB Josh Williams. Tigers balloon their lead to 24. 4-play, 67-yard drive. 

Score Update: LSU 34, Auburn 10

End of 3Q: LSU 34, Auburn 10

Fourth Quarter

Robby Ashford hits Brandon Frazier once again in the second half, this time resulting in a touchdown for Auburn. The Tigers successfully convert the two-point conversion with Auburn showing signs of life here late. 

Score Update: LSU 34, Auburn 18

LSU pieces together a meticulous drive led by Jayden Daniels and Logan Diggs. Diggs caps off the six minute drive with a touchdown from inside the 10-yard line. 11-play, 75-yard drive.

Score Update: LSU 41, Auburn 18

Josh Williams punches in the score for LSU after a 7-play, 48-yard drive for the Tigers. 

Score Update: LSU 48, Auburn 18