Jackson Harris Scores LSU Touchdown Before Kentucky Injury

LSU wide receiver Jackson Harris scored a touchdown against Kentucky at Kroger Field on Saturday evening, Oct. 10, 2026, before leaving the game after a hard hit from Kentucky defensive back Jordan Castell. The junior receiver caught a 10-yard pass from quarterback Sam Leavitt for the score.

According to RotoBaller, Harris was injured in the second quarter after the touchdown, which was his second catch of the game and third touchdown of the season. His return against Kentucky remained uncertain after the injury.

Saturday Down South reported that Castell was initially flagged for targeting on the play, but officials overturned the decision and ruled the hit legal. Harris eventually walked off the field under his own power.

Harris entered the game as a major receiving threat for LSU, with 17 catches for 329 yards and three touchdowns this season, according to RotoBaller. He had recently emerged after recording 12 receptions for 163 yards and two touchdowns against Texas A&M.

LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt produced one of his strongest halves of the season against Kentucky, completing 14 of 18 passes for 122 yards and two touchdowns, according to Saturday Down South.

The Tigers had recovered from a loss to Ole Miss with two consecutive wins before facing Kentucky, according to Saturday Down South. The matchup represented another challenge in a competitive SEC schedule.