Patrick Filbin, Staff Contributor
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The Tigers got shredded for 623 passing yards the last time these two teams matched up. Stopping the passing attack will be an emphasis for LSU defensive coordinator Daronte Jones. In a matchup that pits the two worst teams in rushing efficiency in the SEC (LSU is averaging 3 yards per carry while Mississippi State is last in the conference with 2.72 YPC), we should see a pass-heavy attack from both squads on Saturday. Expect a motivated defensive effort from the Tigers in an inevitably high-scoring game.
Final Prediction: LSU 35-28
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