LSU vs Alabama Match up Thread.

Let's start on Offense


Quarterback;

When looking at QB I think both teams sport a bit of a surprise at the position. Neither player, Coker or Harris, we're expected to be highly effective preseason. Coker has made some nice throws and racks up good yardage totals. He's not a runner but can move if need be. Harris throws with a howitzer on his shoulder and is a much more mobile athlete. Both players can throw but as of now, Coker has turned the ball over whIle Harris has not.

Advantage; Harris/LSU


Running Back;

Both teams feature talented running back . Only one features the best player in College football.

Advantage; LSU

Offensive Line

Alabama possesses a big and highly recruined offensive line that is beginning to gel. However, LSU has arguably the most physically and dominant offensive line in college football. LSU must clean the penalties up as that has been a problem at times. I still however like LSU's body of work up front.

Advantage; LSU

Now we go to defense.

Defensive Line;

This is an incredibly close contest. When looking just at the names, Alabama features more star power. For LSU however, players like Lewis Neal have played exceptionally well for the Tigers. This is a close match up and Im inclined to give the tide the advantage. However I think that LSU's defensive line is plenty good enough to make plays against Alabamas offensive line.

Advantage; Alabama.


Linebackers;

Both teams present tough run stoppers in their front sevens but can be exploited at times in pass coverage. Both teams play very well against the run and force the other QB to make throws. I'll give this one a push as both teams have the same strengths and weaknesses at LB.

Advantage; Push


Secondary;

This one I must give to Alabama. Not because of talent, but execution. LSU is far to talented to continue to have the coverage busts that have plagued them all season. If LSU can clean this up, they're as good a Secondary as anyone.

Advantage; Alabama.


Special Teams;


Special teams as a whole goes to Alabama but the place kicking advantage goes to LSU. LSU must clean it's special teams however, if it comes to a field goal, I like LSU.

Advantage; Alabama
Advantage in FG's; LSU


When looking at the match up it of course is a close game that will be hard fought. I like LSU to win however because I like LSU better at QB, LSU features the best RB in college football (also hes the best overall player). I could see this game coming to a FG and I like LSU there over Alabama.



Prediction; LSU 24 Alabama 21.


What says you?