5 statistical marks LSU must hit for success in 2023

Here’s what the Tigers need to do to reach their goals in 2023.

[autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] debuted at LSU with a 10-win season in 2022.

Kelly isn’t rebuilding anymore. LSU’s play in 2022 has many thinking the Tigers are ready to compete at a higher level in 2023.

For that to happen, this group needs to take a few steps.

There was too much inconsistency last year on both sides of the ball. That makes sense given the youth of the team and the volume of transfers. You can only do so much in Year 1.

In Year 2 under Kelly, the expectations have been raised. That comes with the territory of coaching at LSU. We’ll look at five statistical marks LSU needs to hit to find that desired level of success this fall.

From explosive plays to creating more pressure on defense, these are the specific areas that will lead to LSU winning games.