The LSU Tigers face SEC West division rival Auburn on Saturday at Jordan-Hare Stadium.
LSU has won the last three games in the series, and can go for four straight against its division rival this weekend.
Here’s a look into the biggest pregame storylines for LSU’s pivotal match-up against Auburn.
TJ Finley to start at QB
LSU freshman quarterback T.J. Finley will earn his second straight start in place of junior signal-caller Myles Brennan, who is still out with an injury.
Last week against South Carolina, Finley shined under center going 17-of-21 for 265 yards and two touchdowns. He did throw one interception, but the freshman still managed to lead the Tigers to victory.
Saturday will mark Finley’s first start away from Tiger Stadium. While there is limited capacity due to the coronavirus, Jordan-Hare Stadium will still be loud.
The deafening crowd at Auburn could cause issues for Finley at the start of the game. Heading into enemy territory for the first away start of a career is always challenging.
The last time LSU started a true freshman in their first road game as a starter, the Tigers coincidentally played at Auburn and lost 41-7. Former LSU quarterback Brandon Harris earned his first road start in Jordan-Hare in 2014 and the result wasn’t what he had anticipated.
While history may not repeat itself this time around, the change of pace in the game for Finley will be something to keep an eye on.