We talked about it last week, this LSU team has some issues. Going on the road to Columbia, South Carolina, and playing a Gamecocks team coming off of a big win against Kentucky last week was not what the doctor ordered.
The struggles that LSU had been having so far this season were only magnified against the Gamecocks on the road. Special teams had a rough day, the defense was dominated by the South Carolina run game, and LSU continued to be their own worst enemy. All of those issues resulted in a recipe for disaster. Yet the Tigers were able to come away with a 36-33 victory.
Let’s look at who saw their stock rise and who saw their stock fall in this game.
Stock Down: Special Teams
LSU had two huge miscues on special teams against South Carolina. The Tigers were unable to make a PAT as that put them behind the eight ball. After that, the Gamecocks blocked an LSU punt to set up a Carolina touchdown.
Stock Up: Caden Durham
The true Freshman running back did something that LSU has been unable to do for the last two years. He was able to run the ball effectively. [autotag]Caden Durham[/autotag] finished the day with eight carries for 82 yards and two touchdowns.
Stock Up: Aaron Anderson
[autotag]Aaron Anderson[/autotag] likely had his best day as a Tiger this morning as he was LSU’s leading receiver. He finished the game with five receptions for 96 yards.
Stock Down: LSU defense
LSU’s defense got torched by the Gamecocks run game in Columbia today. South Carolina ran for 230 yards as they were able to do whatever they wanted this morning.
Stock Up: Turnovers
The LSU defense did not have a great day today but they were able to force some turnovers. The Tigers recovered two fumbles and made an interception to help LSU win the turnover battle on the road.
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