Get your popcorn ready. The fourth-ranked LSU Tigers are set to battle the 13th-ranked Ole Miss Rebels this Saturday afternoon in what should be a fantastic game to watch unfold. Both teams are 4-0, and both teams have high hopes of playing for an SEC title and National Championship this season. LSU's revamped defense is set to go up against a high-flying Ole Miss offense, while Garrett Nussmeier and the Tiger offense look to put together their most complete effort of the season.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of kick-off on Saturday afternoon at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.
How to watch LSU vs Ole Miss in Week 5
The matchup between the Tigers and Rebels will be broadcast on ABC.
- Date: Saturday, September 27
- Time: 2:30 p.m. CT
- Venue: Vaught-Hemingway Stadium (Oxford, MS)
- How to Watch (TV): ABC
- Streaming: ESPN+, SECN+, fuboTV, Sling TV
- LSU record: 4-0 (1-0 SEC)
- Ole Miss record: 4-0 (2-0 SEC)
What broadcast crew is calling LSU vs Ole Miss?
ABC will have Sean McDonough (play-by-play), Greg McElroy (analyst), and Molly McGrath (sideline reporter) on the call from Oxford for LSU vs Ole Miss.
What are the betting odds for LSU vs Ole Miss?
Not surprisingly, oddsmakers are expecting a close game. As of 2:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, September 23, Ole Miss is favored by a small margin of 1.5 points on FanDuel Sportsbook. When it comes to the moneyline, LSU has odds of -105 while Ole Miss has odds of -114. The total, or over/under, is listed at 55.5. ESPN's Matchup Predictor is also favoring the Rebels, giving Lane Kiffin's squad a 73.3% chance to win on their home turf.
Series history between LSU and Ole Miss
LSU all-time head-to-head record vs Ole Miss: 66-43-4
The Magnolia Bowl between LSU and Ole Miss is one of the most anticipated rivalry games on the college football schedule every year. The two teams first met way back in 1894, and have played every year since 1945. The home team has won each of the last four meetings, with LSU claiming a 29-26 overtime victory in last year's meeting despite never leading during regulation. LSU fans are happy to see the rivalry continue, as LSU is paired with Ole Miss as an annual opponent in the new 9-game SEC schedule format.
What is the weather forecast for the LSU vs Ole Miss game?
The weather for LSU vs Ole Miss should be fantastic. According to The Weather Channel, a high of 84 degrees is expected in Oxford on Saturday afternoon. There should be sunny skies with a light breeze of winds at 5-10 mph. Severe weather is not expected to be an issue.