LSU Suffers Second Straight Loss to Vanderbilt Amid Fan Calls to Fire Coach Brian Kelly

The No. 10 LSU Tigers suffered a disappointing 31-24 loss to the No. 17 Vanderbilt Commodores, marking their second defeat in three games and first loss to Vanderbilt since 1990. Vanderbilt dominated on the ground with quarterback Diego Pavia rushing for 86 yards and two touchdowns, while LSU's defense played its worst game of the season, failing to make key stops despite a strong offensive performance led by quarterback Garrett Nussmeier. The loss has intensified fan outrage, with many calling for head coach Brian Kelly's firing, criticizing the team's lack of consistency and poor defensive effort. Kelly, who has a 34-12 overall record but only 5-10 against ranked opponents, acknowledged the need for the team to quickly rebound and play mistake-free football. LSU's schedule remains tough, with upcoming games against top-ranked teams like Texas A&M, Alabama, and Oklahoma, putting their College Football Playoff hopes in jeopardy. The season so far highlights a disconnect between the talent on the roster and the team's inconsistent execution, raising questions about coaching and offensive coordination.