"This is an elimination game" - Joel Klatt delivers a clear verdict as Alabama gears up to face LSU

The Alabama Crimson Tide versus LSU Tigers game is a highlight of the Week 11 CFB slate. It features two SEC powerhouses looking to avoid a third loss of the 2024 college football season.

CFB analyst Joel Klatt believes that this is a win-or-go-home game for both programs. Klatt said on Thursday's episode of his podcast,

"I believe that this is an elimination game. The loser of the matchup likely doesn't get into the expanded College Football Playoffs. I do not see a three-loss team getting into the playoffs."

While both programs are collegiate football powerhouses playing in the stacked SEC, a third loss could end any realistic hopes of making the playoffs.

How have Alabama and LSU performed in 2024?

The Alabama Crimson Tide have a 6-2 regular season record entering Week 11 of this year's college football season. The Crimson Tide are 3-2 in conference games, recording losses to the Vanderbilt Commodores and Tennessee Volunteers.

The Kalen DeBoer-coached program has recorded statement wins over the Georgia Bulldogs and Missouri Tigers, two teams that were ranked during match day. They'll now get the chance to visit Louisiana, extinguish their playoff hopes, and improve their chances of entering the expanded postseason.

The LSU Tigers have a 6-2 record entering Week 11 of the college football season. They are also 3-1 in conference games, with their only loss to an SEC team coming against the Texas A&M Aggies in their last game.

Brian Kelly's side was previously flawless after suffering an opening-day loss to the USC Trojans. They have played against three ranked opponents this season and can only count a win over the Ole Miss Rebels in the year of review. It's not going to get easy against Alabama, and the Tigers must play the perfect game to keep their postseason hopes alive.

Here's what you need to know about the crunch SEC showdown:

• Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
• Live Stream: FuboTV and DAZN
• Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
• TV: ABC
• Venue: Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The game is a must-watch for neutrals, as loads of potential NFL-caliber talents are set to take the Gridiron. Plus, it's a must-win due to both teams' postseason goals.