LSU Makes Small Jump In ESPN's College Football Power Rankings This Week

ESPN moved LSU up one spot to No. 12 in their College Football Power Rankings following last week's 20-10 win over South Carolina.

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12. LSU Tigers
Previous ranking: 13

It's safe to say that LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier hasn't gotten as much help as he needs this season. The run game has stunk, and he has had to throw short and quick to assure pressure doesn't become an issue. That remains an issue, but there were signs of hope in Saturday's 20-10 win over South Carolina. Thanks in part to a 56-yard burst from Ju'Juan Johnson, LSU rushed for 166 yards, and Nussmeier was able to complete 20 of 33 passes for 254 yards with no sacks. He did throw two interceptions, and LSU turned the ball over twice in the red zone, which allowed the Gamecocks to hang around. But the defense was excellent once again, and the problematic offense appeared to make progress. -- Bill Connelly

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Top 12:
1. Ohio State
2. Miami
3. Indiana
4. Texas A&M
5. Ole Miss
6. Texas Tech
7. Alabama
8. Georgia
9. Oregon
10. Georgia Tech
11. Tennessee
12. LSU