re: Is LSU a better team for having played Wisconsin?

To answer your original question, I think so. I think playing a real team that is somewhat of a challenge and respected in the rest of NCAAF, helps our young boys in experience. I think their confidence that they built in that game only helps them... ESPECIALLY with the comeback win.

I think we are more prepared for an SEC team. Do we still have a gauntlet? Yup. Are we better prepared? I think so.