This weekend the LSU Football team returns home looking to pick up a much-needed victory over Vanderbilt to stop this three game losing streak. The Tigers losing their third game in Conference Play ended any hopes of LSU making the College Football Playoff which adds some intrigue about younger players getting snaps in this game. This weekend's game between LSU and Vanderbilt won't be one of the best games on the slate but, it could have a small effect on the playoff race as teams jockey for strength of schedule.
How to watch:
The LSU Football team will return to playing night games when it hosts Vandy as the game kicks off at 6:45 PM Central Time or 7:45 PM Eastern time for the fans on the East Coast. The game will be broadcast on SEC Network. If you'd like to listen to the game, it'll be available on LSU Sports Radio Network (98.1 FM in Baton Rouge). The announcers for the television broadcast will be Jordan Rodgers and Tom Hart.
Odds:
Despite LSU's three game losing streak, the Tigers are still expected to win this game by more than a touchdown.
Line: LSU -7.5
Total: 53.5 Points
Injuries:
The first round of availability reports come out on Wednesday Night, so we'll get a better idea of who's in or out this weekend. The Tigers may get left guard Garrett Dellinger back on Saturday as he's recovering from Tightrope surgery on his ankle during the Bye Week. After missing LSU's last game due to a suspension, Da'Shawn Womack will return to the lineup. Brian Kelly did say that Miles Frazier will practice this week so LSU may return its starting offensive linemen.
Weather:
This weekend in Baton Rouge will be cooler at night as the temperature is expected to be in the Mid-50's come kickoff. It'll be clear skies and sunny on Saturday Afternoon, leading into the night making for a great day for a game.
Series History:
The LSU Tigers have dominated this series against Vanderbilt with a 24-7-1 record in this rivalry. The Tigers currently hold a nine-game win streak over Vanderbilt which is the longest streak LSU has ever had over Vanderbilt. The Tigers win streak dates back to 1991 with Vanderbilt last winning in 1990.