LSU's domination of Mississippi was so complete that with more than five minutes remaining in the game, the Tigers lined up in a victory formation, content to kneel four straight times rather than try for another touchdown. It was the only mercy No. 1 LSU would show during the 52-3 rout Saturday night. "Victory was assured," LSU coach Les Miles said. "There was no reason to take snaps at that point." Actually, the Tigers had the win in hand much sooner. Ron Brooks returned an interception for a touchdown 28 seconds into the game, LSU built a 35-3 lead by halftime and kept pounding away at the Ole Miss defense all night, rushing for 353 yards.
