LSU welcomed the 8-2 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers into Baton Rouge for a nonconference matchup as the Tigers' season continues to wind down. It was senior night in Death Valley as 28 seniors were honored before the game. Interim coach Frank Wilson got his first win as the head coach last week against Arkansas, and he looked to go on a win streak with a win tonight. Here are five things that stood out for LSU on Saturday night.
Nov 22, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers cheerleaders run banners in the end zone after a touchdown against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn ImagesPenalties
One of the biggest facets of the game comes in the form of a yellow flag. LSU did not win the penalty battle against the Hilltoppers this week. The Tigers had nine penalties for 69 total yards, while Western Kentucky had only four penalties for 26 yards.
Nov 22, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Michael van Buren Jr. (11) hands the ball off to running back Harlem Berry (22) against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn ImagesMichael Van Buren Jr.
It was not the best night for Van Buren against Western Kentucky. He was wholly inconsistent as he finished the game 25-for-42 for 202 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. He was not able to get much done on the ground either, as he only carried the ball seven times for 12 yards.
Runningback Harlem Berry 22, LSU Tigers take on the Arkansas Razorbacks. November 15, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; at Tiger Stadium.Harlem Berry
The Hilltoppers' run defense proved to be stingy against LSU for most of the night, but when the Tigers were looking to close the game out in the back half of the fourth quarter, Harlem Berry stepped up. Berry led the way with 18 carries for 80 yards, but a late fumble helped WKU cut the lead to 13-10 with a minute left.
Nov 15, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks running back Mike Washington (4) runs against LSU Tigers defensive back A.J. Haulcy (13) during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn ImagesA.J. Haulcy
Haulcy tied with Davhon Keys for the lead in tackles tonight with nine total tackles. Haulcy has found his name at the top of the stat sheet for tackles multiple times this year.
Nov 22, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Rodney Tisdale Jr. (16) is sacked by LSU Tigers defensive tackle Ahmad Breaux (16) and defensive end Jack Pyburn (44) during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn ImagesLSU Defense
The LSU defense played great against Western Kentucky. The Tigers held them to 157 total yards, with 130 of those coming through the air and 22 of them coming via the ground game.
This article originally appeared on LSU Wire: 5 things stood out in LSU football's win vs. Western Kentucky
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