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LSU Crushes Clemson 51-10 in Clemson’s Worst Loss

9/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

LSU defeated Clemson 51-10, delivering Clemson's worst loss in nearly 30 years.
USC held Fresno State scoreless in a 39-0 win, limiting them to 116 total yards.
UMass upset Rutgers 37-21 as 29.5-point underdogs, the largest FBS upset since 2021.
Texas routed Texas State 59-7, with transfer quarterback Arch Manning throwing over 300 yards and four touchdowns.

History

Historical Context

In September 2007 Appalachian State traveled to Ann Arbor and blocked a last-second field goal to beat No. 5 Michigan 34-32 before 109,218 fans, becoming the first FCS team to topple a ranked FBS opponent. That shock helped define the 2007 “Year of the Upset,” when 59 higher-ranked teams fell, prompting the NCAA to review scheduling and revenue policies amid today’s lopsided blowouts.

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Story summary

LSU defeated Clemson 51-10, delivering Clemson's worst loss in nearly 30 years.
USC held Fresno State scoreless in a 39-0 win, limiting them to 116 total yards.
UMass upset Rutgers 37-21 as 29.5-point underdogs, the largest FBS upset since 2021.
Texas routed Texas State 59-7, with transfer quarterback Arch Manning throwing over 300 yards and four touchdowns.

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