LSU increases late lead over Ole Miss with controversial catch from Brian Thomas

LSU increased its lead to 2 possessions midway through the 4th quarter against Ole Miss.

It was a crazy play to unpack. Brian Thomas came down with a top-tapping TD reception from a fantastic throw by LSU QB Jayden Daniels, who recognized a free play opportunity. The call on the field was a touchdown for Thomas, though it didn’t quite look like he got his feet timed with a secure catch.

The play was reviewed and stood on the field, gibing LSU a 49-40 advantage with just 8:31 remaining in the final quarter.

Take your shot @JayD__5. Touchdown No. 3 for @BrianThomas_11

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— LSU Football (@LSUfootball) October 1, 2023

Immediately following, some brouhaha erupted on the extra point when an Ole Miss defender threw a punch at an LSU O-lineman.

Zxavian Harris throws a punch at LSU vs Ole Miss pic.twitter.com/IL6Ri2mcKZ

— Trebornotslar (@Trebornotslar) October 1, 2023

Ole Miss fans reportedly started throwing garbage on the field to air their frustrations soon after:

Ole Miss fans would never stand for throwing beer cans on the field, right @OMRebelNation? pic.twitter.com/BPgJ7iY7Ag

— Austin Purvis (@austinkpurvis) October 1, 2023

And after all that, Ole Miss still has time to make a push. The Rebels are driving and into LSU territory with under 6 minutes remaining.

Buckle up.

Ethan Stone

Ethan Stone is a Tennessee graduate and loves all things college football and college basketball. Firm believer in fouling while up 3.