Ed Orgeron Teases "Surprise" In LSU's Backfield For Rice Game

With Saturday's matchup vs. Rice likely to be a lopsided contest with the Tigers being a 42-point favorite, several LSU backups could see significant snaps in the game.

The matchup will also give the coaching staff an opportunity to shore up some things on offense and defense along with trying out some new plays.

Head coach Ed Orgeron met with the media after practice on Thursday and was asked what the backfield could look like vs. Owls and said there could be a surprise for a Saturday night...

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"Well, we're going to start off with Nick (Brossette) and Clyde (Edwards-Helaire)," Orgeron said. "And we may have a little surprise."

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Orgeron has already revealed that freshman running back Chris Curry is likely done for the season as he has already played in four games this season and they would like to redshirt him.

Freshman running back Tae Provens could see action as he has only played in one game this season vs. Southeastern.

Orgeron also added that he would like to see backup quarterback Myles Brennan and the younger wide receivers and defensive linemen play Saturday.