Wesley Kircharr
Staff Writer
It’s the biggest win in Troy football history.
The Trojans stunned the 25th-ranked LSU Tigers in Death Valley, winning 24-21.
It was the Tigers’ first non-conference home loss since 2000, and Troy’s first win against an AP-ranked opponent since 2004 against Missouri. Meanwhile, the Trojans were paid $985,000 to beat a ranked SEC opponent on national television.
The Trojans (4-1, 1-0 Sun Belt) raced out to a 17-0 lead early in the second half, and held off a late comeback from LSU by forcing three turnovers.
Running back Jordan Chunn racked up 191 yards rushing on 30 carries for Troy, as well as two receptions for six yards.