Agree or Disagree - The biggest factor for us to beat Bama is...

This is true in every game. It starts with blocking. And tackling. If we can accomplish this, then it's all down hill.

I disagree also, if Trent runs wild, MCCarron will be able to hit the few passes needed. If Trent is held in check, Mc will have a very tough time completing balls.

I think our DT's and LB's filling the holes and limiting TR is the most important. Secondly I think we need to stretch the field with passes down field to open up the run by keeping their LB's on their heels (obviously good OL play from us included in this). Thirdly, what you said.

Agreed but this is what every game boils down to. Usually if you lose, your offensive line had a bad game.

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Disagree. The linebacker play is more important

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Same here LSU needs Dline to do all they can to slow down Bama's running game up front. Linebacker play worries me. Need them to step it up this game wrap up and make the tackle.

Line of scrimmage in both directions IMO

I know Trent is a breed all of his own at RB. But out of all the teams LSU has played, is there a team who had a RB remotely similar to him, size, can drag piles, yet still burn people? It seems like LSU has just played speed back from what i can remember. So i'd prob go with containing Trent. Their QB hasnt played in a game close to this magnitude, everyone on LSU should be more comfortable. So if they can stop Trent then live or die by the defense. with a mixture of how the special teams get great field position its just a matter of time til the offense gets theirs.

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But out of all the teams LSU has played, is there a team who had a RB remotely similar to him, size, can drag piles, yet still burn people?

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No.

In fact LSU hasn't played a RB of his caliber in a long time. (Darren McFadden is the last I believe and he was a different type)

TR is pretty goddamn amazing.

turnover margin

Yes, LSU must stop Bama's running game, even by stacking the box. Their running game must be made unreliable for converting 3rd and 3 into 1st downs. Now AJ McCarron must win the game for Bama. He is essentially a first year QB. He has never faced a tough defense in a desperate game where he has to be the difference. There is no Julio Jones for him now. LSU has an outstanding defensive secondary, some able even now to play in the NFL. If we can stop their run, then interceptions will start ocurring, and neither team can win despite turnovers.

The other help we need is from Wing. Other than what I've said above, the kicking game, punting, will be crucial. Alabama isn't so good at punting. Wing seems able not only to kick long, but also able to drop punts inside the 10 yard line. I've never seen any punter like him. It's like watching Jack Nicklaus or Luke Donald pull out a wedge and aim for the pin. Alabama, like LSU, won't be able to sustain 80 yard drives.

The game will come down to turnovers and field position.