PaperMaker321

LSU -3 (bought .5 when line was at -3.5)

When Wisconsin has the ball:

As expected, Wisconsin will stick to the ground game behind Melvin Gordon and an experienced Offensive line. With Tanner McEvoy starting, It will be very difficult for Wisconsin to convert on 3rd and longs against what in my opinion is the best CB tandem in the SEC (White and Robinson). I believe Wisconsin will be able to move the ball on the ground but the Tigers D will hold their running game in tack under what should be an improved John Chavis D. 

When LSU has the ball: 

Wisconsin is forced to replace their whole front 7 this season and with LSU returning one of the best Offensive lines in the country it will be difficult to slow down this ground attack. By the second half, Wisconsin’s front seven will be worn down and I see LSU capitalizing on their inexperience.

Brandon Harris will eventually be a very special player, if LSU’s running game can put him in 3^rd and shorts, 3^rd and mediums, or just advantageous passing downs I  believe he will be able to make a few plays either through the air or with his legs. Between Jennings and Harris it should give the LSU offense enough fire power to get past Wisconsin if turnovers are limited.

In conclusion, this is a play predicated upon LSU’s experienced O-line & strong RB unit versus Wisconsin’s unproven front seven. This is not a very good spot to open the season for Wisconsin with what they are returning on defense.

Expect this one to be close going into half time but the Tigers pull away in the fourth.

LSU 27 Wisconsin 17