The LSU Tigers are set to clash with the Alabama Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa during Week 11 of the college football season. This matchup, taking place on Saturday night at Bryant-Denny Stadium, is another exciting chapter in the storied SEC rivalry.
Following a tumultuous bye week in Baton Rouge, the Tigers will have a new leader at the helm as Frank Wilson steps in as the interim coach. “We will go into the game and we”ll compete,” Wilson stated. “After the first series, we”ll make an adjustment. After the first half, we”ll make an adjustment. At halftime, we”ll continue to make adjustments. Then the third quarter and on through the fourth quarter, until there”s no more zeros on the clock.” He emphasized the team”s preparation and work ethic, expressing their commitment to compete with a “workman”s-like mentality.”
As game day approaches, predictions are rolling in. The matchup details are as follows:
- Matchup: LSU Tigers at Alabama Crimson Tide
- Kickoff Time: 6:30 PM CT
- Venue: Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
- TV Channel: ABC
- Radio: LSU Sports Radio Network
- LSU Tigers Record: 5-3 (2-3 SEC)
- Alabama Crimson Tide Record: 7-1 (5-0 SEC)
According to the ESPN SP+ prediction model developed by Bill Connelly, Alabama enters the game with a 71 percent likelihood of winning, while LSU is given a 21 percent chance. The model forecasts a final score of 30-21 in favor of the Crimson Tide at home.
ESPN analyst David Pollack also shared his thoughts ahead of the game. “I”ll take Alabama, especially being at home. It just makes sense to take Alabama,” he remarked. Pollack noted the struggles LSU has faced this season, particularly on offense. “The scoring for LSU has been such a disaster this year. Watching them play offense, it”s fallen off a cliff,” he added. He pointed out that last season, quarterback Garrett Nussmeier averaged over 300 yards per game, but this year, he has dropped to 220 yards. “Your guess is as good as mine about what you”re going to get from LSU,” Pollack said, emphasizing the need for LSU to regain their balance, which has been elusive. “To beat Alabama, you”d better have a pass rush,” he concluded, highlighting LSU”s inconsistent performance in pressuring opposing quarterbacks.
Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 PM CT on Saturday night from Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, promising an exciting SEC showdown.
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