LSU Film Study: Michael Van Buren Breaks Out, Harold Perkins DOMINATES vs. Arkansas Razorbacks

Charles Hanagriff and former LSU tight end Richard Dickson dive into LSU’s emotional one-point victory over Arkansas — Frank Wilson’s first win as interim head coach — and break down exactly how the Tigers clawed back after a rough start.

This week’s film study covers:

🔥 Harold Perkins’ best stretch of the season

Perkins is back in “game-wrecker mode,” delivering multiple impact plays, including a key interception inside the red zone.

🔥 Michael Van Buren’s first Tiger Stadium start

After early nerves, the freshman settled in and delivered several big-time throws, smart reads, and a game-sealing 35-yard run.

🔥 O-line youth movement

Aubrey Williams, Kern, and Weston Davis all showed promising flashes as LSU evaluates next year’s starters.

🔥 Defensive resilience

The Tigers stuffed a 4th-and-goal QB sneak, forced two empty Arkansas trips inside the 10, and kept LSU alive despite early special-teams mistakes.

🔥 Smart situational football

Harlan Berry’s late slide — giving up a TD to clinch the win — drew praise for maturity way beyond his age.

Plus:

• Breakdown of the blocked punt

• Why LSU’s RPO looks worked with Van Buren

• The final stretch of the season and what’s next for Harold Perkins

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