How No. 10 LSU shocked No. 6 Alabama to win in overtime on 2-point conversion

The LSU Tigers defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide 32-31 in overtime Saturday. LSU scored a touchdown in overtime and then followed it up with a two-point conversion to win the game. Here’s what you need to know:

Tigers quarterback Jayden Daniels ran for 25 yards in overtime to get the touchdown. Daniels threw to tight end Mason Taylor, securing the two-point conversion and the victory.
LSU improves to 7-2 on the season with the win. Alabama is now 7-2 with the loss.
It was LSU’s first home win against Alabama since 2010, which was the Crimson Tide’s second loss that year.
Alabama and Clemson have lost on the same day for the first time since Nov. 30, 2013.

The Athletic’s instant analysis:

What this win means for LSU

Brian Kelly has LSU back. Maybe it’s not where he’ll want it in the long term, but LSU is in control of the SEC West and 7-2 when just weeks ago the program still seemed like a flawed mess. LSU keeps getting better each week, and this version of LSU looks like one of the better teams in the country with a rabid defense and a clutch quarterback in Daniels. Nobody could have predicted this after that Florida State loss in the Superdome. — Miller

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What this win means for LSU coach Brian Kelly

Kelly admitted he got emotional after the game. In part because “I’ve never beaten Alabama.” He admitted he came to LSU to check those boxes and get to the top, and this was clearly one more box Kelly wanted to check. Plus, he said he’s emotional about the way this team keeps fighting and overcoming adversity. — Miller

What this loss means for Alabama

Alabama finds itself essentially locked out of the SEC Championship Game unless LSU gifts it a spot. That’s unlikely to occur, so the Crimson Tide are on the outside looking in on postseason play other than a bowl game. — Suttles

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What contributed to Alabama losing?

The offensive stall for most of the first half is hard to figure, harder still considering it came off a bye week. Bryce Young wasn’t his usual self, but without him, Alabama doesn’t sniff a win in Death Valley. The lack of a consistent running game continues to perplex and befuddle those who’s watched this team this year. The inconsistent wide receiver play does not. It’s been the same all year, and it’s a big problem that stalls this offense. — Suttles

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Highlight of the game

GUTSY LSU!
The Tigers go for the two-point conversion to win and get it to upset No. 6 Alabama 🐯
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