A big SEC game awaits, as the LSU Tigers head to Nashville to battle the Vanderbilt Commodores on Saturday afternoon. LSU enters as the No. 10 team in the AP Poll, while Vanderbilt is No. 17. It's a crucial game for both teams, as both the Tigers and Commodores are looking to avoid their second conference loss of the season.
Here is everything you need to know for Saturday's Week 8 matchup between LSU and Vanderbilt.
How to watch LSU vs Vanderbilt in Week 8
The matchup between the Tigers and Commodores will be broadcast on ABC.
- Date: Saturday, October 18
- Time: 11:00 a.m. CT
- Venue: FirstBank Stadium (Nashville, TN)
- How to Watch (TV): ABC
- Streaming: ESPN+, SECN+, fuboTV, Sling TV
- LSU record: 5-1 (2-1 SEC)
- Vanderbilt record: 5-1 (1-1 SEC)
What are the betting odds for LSU vs Vanderbilt?
Oddsmakers are taking a historic stance in this matchup, as Vanderbilt is currently favored by 2.5 points over the Tigers on FanDuel Sportsbook. It's the first time that Vanderbilt has been favored over LSU since 1948, and the first time Vanderbilt has been favored in a conference game since 1978. When it comes to the moneyline, LSU has odds of +110 while Vanderbilt has odds of -132. The total, or over/under, is listed at 48.5.
Series history between LSU and Vanderbilt
LSU all-time head-to-head record vs Vanderbilt: 25-7-1
LSU is looking to win its 11th straight meeting against Vanderbilt on Saturday. Not only do the Tigers own a strong 25-7-1 all-time record against the Commodores, but they've won 10 straight meetings dating back to 1991. Vanderbilt has just one win over LSU since 1960. LSU won last season's meeting by a score of 24-17 on Nov. 23 at Tiger Stadium. Garrett Nussmeier threw for 332 yards, while RB Josh Williams ran for 90 yards and a pair of touchdowns in the contest.
What is the weather forecast for the LSU vs Vanderbilt game?
According to The Weather Channel, temperatures in Nashville are expected to be in the upper 70s at kick-off and move into the low 80s throughout the game. There is a slight chance of rain, and winds are expected to be around 14 mph. Severe weather is not expected to be an issue.