The LSU Tigers leapt back into the National Title contender picture on Saturday night when they sent shockwaves throughout College Football after the upset over the Alabama Crimson Tide. The Tigers are a different program in the 2nd half of the season and a team to be reckoned with as we come down the stretch. Can KJ Jefferson and the Arkansas Razorbacks offense keep pace with the dynamic Jayden Daniels?
The betting odds and predictions are below:
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We have to begin with the play of QB Jayden Daniels. The transfer from Arizona State has been sensational as of late, particularly in the Tigers' upset of Alabama. Daniels can hurt a defense with his legs as much as his arm, evident by the fact that not only is he the top passer for the Tigers, but the top rusher as well. The Razorback defense will have their hands full trying to contain the speedy Daniels.
For the Tigers' passing game to fully take flight, they need more from the versatile Kayshon Boutte. Boutte has performed underwhelmingly this season and found the end zone only once. If anything, the Tigers' passing game has leaned more on Malik Nabers.
Arkansas has to be shaking their heads following last week's loss to the Liberty Flames. Arkansas has been one of the most inconsistent programs of 2022, but there is no reason why they lost to Liberty.
KJ Jefferson has been impressive most of the time under center for the Razorbacks. Jefferson boasts a 17:3 TD-to-interception ratio. Jefferson is another QB who can use his legs effectively as he has found the end zone six times as a rusher.
Speaking of rushing, we have to mention the terrific Raheim Sanders. Sanders has already eclipsed 1,100 yards rushing for the Razorbacks, averaging a robust 6.4 yards per carry average.
LSU Tigers vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Game Details
Fixture: LSU Tigers @ Arkansas Razorbacks
Date and Time: Saturday, November 12, 12:00 PM ET
Venue: Razorback Stadium, Fayetteville, Arkansas
LSU Tigers vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Best Pick:
We got a glimpse of how dynamic Jayden Daniels can be as a runner in the Alabama game, and the quick QB may have to turn on the jets a few times in this one as well. Take the Over on the rushing props for Daniels.
Jayden Daniels, Rushing Yards: Over
LSU Tigers vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Final Prediction
This is a trap game for the Tigers. The Tigers are roaring following a remarkable defeat of Alabama. LSU better make sure that they don't look past Arkansas. Go with Brian Kelly and the Tigers, but the Tiger faithful better be on upset alert.
LSU Tigers -3 (-110)
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