The Tigers have seemingly found their best starting five along the offensive line, but that group is poised to see a shakeup heading into Saturday’s game against Auburn.
During the SEC coaches teleconference call on Wednesday, coach [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] said that starting left guard [autotag]Garrett Dellinger[/autotag] is “doubtful” for Saturday’s road game after undergoing hand surgery. The injury doesn’t seem serious, and LSU should be able to get him back soon.
In the meantime, Kelly said the team will likely slide right guard [autotag]Miles Frazier[/autotag] over to the left side, opening the door for veteran [autotag]Anthony Bradford[/autotag] to start on the right. Bradford has seen action at right guard in several games this season.
Brian Kelly said left guard Garrett Dellinger is "doubtful" after for the Auburn game after having surgery on his hand yesterday. #LSU hoped to have him available, but the time table is tight. Kelly said it would move Miles Frazier from right guard if Dellinger can't play.
— Wilson Alexander (@whalexander_) September 28, 2022
This is a young offensive line that features true freshmen starting at the left and right tackle spots. The Tigers have more experience on the interior, but that will be tested this weekend, assuming Dellinger is unable to go.
He is one of several Tigers players whose statuses range from questionable to doubtful heading into Saturday’s game.
This offensive line group has looked much improved since a rough outing in Week 1, and LSU will hope it can continue that success even with a starter likely unavailable.
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