re: Is there a logical explanation for the 4 year cycle? (2003,2007,2011,*2015,2019)

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It can't be a coincidence that LSU football peaks every 4 years since 2003.

2003 (13-1) Won SEC Won NC
2007 (12-2) Won SEC Won NC
2011 (13-1) Won SEC lost NC
*2015 (9-3) only exception, but still a great year by Fournette
2019 (15-0) Won SEC Won NC

What causes this? Has recruiting followed a similar cycle?

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In the early part of the century, it was mainly the result of our schedule. We played at Auburn, at Florida, at Arkansas, and then one other road game during the even years. The screw jobs at Auburn in 2004 and 2006 sealed our fate those seasons. Either Auburn or Arkansas would represent the West during the even years, and we would represent the West when we got those teams at home during the odd years.

Then the last 10 years, we only won the SEC when we were good enough to beat Bama.