LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt played through a hamstring injury against Texas A&M and McNeese State. He finished the game against the Cowboys with 176 yards, three touchdowns and an interception on 18-of-23 passing despite lingering issues from the injury that limited his mobility. After protection issues forced him to scramble early and often against Ole Miss, Leavitt and head coach Lane Kiffin said the hamstring issue has actually helped him grow more comfortable as a pocket passer. LSU (4-1, 1-1 Southeastern Conference) will need him to be at full strength for an SEC road matchup with Kentucky (4-1, 2-1 SEC) on Saturday (6 p.m., ESPN).
Leavitt met with local media after practice on Tuesday to give a look at his mindset and preparation for the Wildcats.
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