In Depth analysis from Canes fan

Trying to be objective here. Should be an interesting discussion.

Mainly taking a look at the LSU offense vs Miami D and some keys to the game.

I'll be honest here. It is not wrong to have confidence in your team and QB. Its exciting when you get new QB, especially from a program like OSU by way of transfer. Not only that, but you guys have struggled to have a competent QB that consistently is able to utilize your talent. But, I feel you guys are jumping the gun a bit here, and I have some fair points that suggest he won't be putting up the aforementioned predicted stat lines here that I have seen while skimming through some threads.

First, it usually takes some time for a new QB to gel with his new offense. This is pretty much general consensus in football. The QB will develop more chemistry as the season goes on, and the offense will begin to run more smoothly.

The fact of the matter is, Burrow did not practice with the team in the Spring, as far as I know, and has pretty much only had the fall. This is an issue, especially when facing a defense like Miami.

Second, Burrow lacks proven veteran experience when it comes to his weapons on the field. There is almost certainly not a lack of talent. LSU has a lot of talent. From what I have read, you guys will be relying on a couple of stud freshman WRs. That being said, while talent is not an issue. Experience will be, you should expect some brain farts, drops, and mistakes from that group. Not to mention you are facing the best corner in the ACC in Michael Jackson, and arguably the best Safety in the country in Jaquan Johnson.

Third, Manny Diaz will be forcing Burrow to make big time throws. With a generally inexperienced OL, expect Miami to be in the backfield quite often. We have stud LB core and elite outside edge rushers. Will Burrow consistently make the throws VERTICALLY downfield and over the middle to put pressure on the Miami D. To me this is a key to the game for LSU. If Burrow makes these money throws it will have me worried.

Now here is where I have my concerns for my team. The interior of our line is quite thin. I expect LSU to try and establish a power run game early. Especially with a new QB, getting in to 3rd and short situations will be critical to start the game. Burrow will need to get in rhythm early or it can possibly get ugly. (See Notre Dame game and their QBs). What makes me somewhat confident is simply the absence of Guice and the presence of Gerald Willis. After serving a year suspension, I expect Willis to put on a great performance he seems to be very motivated and hungry to perform. With a generally inexperienced and unknown RB group you guys have its going to be a wait and see thing that will be key to the outcome of the game. I am sure the group is talented like always at LSU.

Anyway, this just a bit of an analysis. Tried keeping an unbiased view. Overall, I expect a competitive game. QB play will be key. Malik seems to have improved from last year in regards to accuracy by all accounts, and will always be a threat on the run. Looking forward to the matchups with the perimeter athletes which seems even on paper.

All in all, 2 great teams will be fighting to solidify a spot at the top of CFB. I am going to go with an official pick of Miami 24 LSU 13. It will be close at the half but I think experience at the QB spot and Coaching gives us the edge. Either way, Ill be rooting for LSU the rest of the way, especially against the Gayturds and Bama!!