Exactly Tom. If SLU can hold LSU to 31 points, LA Tech's defense should certainly be able to do the same, or better. And offensively, we have an experienced QB, an experienced OL, experienced receivers, etc.... We should be able to score at least 3 TD's.
I expect the final score to be around 30-21. I'm just not going to tell you guys who will win. At least not yet.
I wouldn't put too much faith in LSU's mere 31 pts against SLU. Separate game, separate circumstances. A lot has changed in just two weeks too.
When did LSU put on the cruise control against Southeastern?
I agree. LSU has not been a scoring machine. I'm not saying I think that is what will happen, I clearly don't. But for betting lines I don't think it's out of the question. From a non blue glasses perspective, you have to ask if we will even be able to score on this LSU defense. I think this game will be closer to the score of the LSU-Auburn game than the LSU-SLU game. It just depends on how many mistakes are made and by who. LSU hasn't turned the ball over yet this year, so they are due.
In 2014 we go on the road and crush what was supposed to be the best USL team in some time. A few days later we lose at home to a very mediocre southland team. So who knows which LSU team will show up, the one who struggled with southeastern or the team that throttled the U? The Dawgz can only control which team they bring to red stick and let the chips fall were they may. We will find out on Saturday.
One thing I know is--we haven't lost yet. There are alot of theories of how it might play out but I expect us to compete. I don't think it's likely that Tech wins the game but I do think it's possible. As for the timing, I like it.
Have you considered those Dogs?