The LSU Tigers have often flirted with College Football odds disaster. Consider a bad opening game to the USC Trojans. Since then, LSU has shown more promise. Last week, LSU hosted the potent Ole Miss Rebels in a rivalry of historic proportions. The Bayou Bengals scored a thrilling comeback win to demonstrate their superior discipline and attention to detail. Now, LSU hits the road for a potential SEC trap game against the Arkansas Razorbacks. Arkansas has shown improvement this year as head coach Sam Pitman fights for his job.
LSU Tigers vs. Arkansas Razorbacks NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, October 19, 2024, 7 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | DWR Razorback Stadium, Fayetteville, AR |
| TV Coverage: | ESPN |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| LSU | -2½ -114 | 55½ -110 | -135 |  |
| Arkansas | +2½ -106 | 55½ -110 | +115 | |
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LSU Tigers Team Overview
Last game, the LSU Tigers won 29-26 against the Ole Miss Rebels as 4-point home dogs. The game went under the online wagering total of 64. LSU has a record of 5-1 straight up, 2-4 against the spread, and 2-4 over/under the total. LSU ranks 25th for total offense, 6th for passing, 100th for rushing and 31st for scoring. Defensively, they rank 76th overall, 101st against the pass, 52nd against the rush, and 59th for points allowed. Also, LSU ranks 65th for fewest turnovers lost and 104th for takeaways.
Behind a masterclass final drive of regulation, LSU signal-caller Garrett Nussmeier made it happen down the stretch. Indeed, Brian Kelly and Co. led for zero seconds of regulation before walking it off in overtime. Namely, Kyren Lacy hauled in the game-winning reception. It’ll be a night that’s remembered in Baton Rouge for years after Nussmeier propelled the Tigers to a critical victory. Thus, allowing them to remain in the College Football Playoff conversation.
On Saturday night against Ole Miss, specifically in the second half, the LSU defense dialed up a masterclass game plan. LSU had its unit bringing the heat. While the Tigers were making Rebels signal-caller Jaxson Dart uncomfortable all night.
It was LSU EDGE Bradyn Swinson who made the most of his opportunities in Tiger Stadium on Saturday night. In sum, Swinson ended the night with eight total tackles, two sacks, 2.5 tackles for loss, and a pair of pass breakups. He was sensational alongside his sidekick, Sai’vion Jones, in forcing pressure in the backfield.
Overall, Nussmeier ended the day passing 22-of-51 for 337 yards and three touchdowns with two interceptions. He finished the night with a 43 percent completion percentage in a rough early outing in Death Valley.
Arkansas Razorbacks Team Overview
Last game, the Arkansas Razorbacks won 19-14 against the Tennessee Volunteers as 14-point home dogs. The game went under the total of 57.5. Arkansas has a record of 4-2 straight up, 5-1 against the spread, and 3-3 over/under the total. Arkansas ranks 8th for total offense, 24th for passing, 33rd for rushing and 40th for scoring. Defensively, they rank 34th overall, 68th against the pass, 28th against the rush, and 29th for points allowed. Also, Arkansas ranks 102nd for fewest turnovers lost and 47th for takeaways.
LSU at Arkansas SBG Free Picks
The Hogs are coming off a bye week after a big win over Tennessee. LSU will earn consideration for College Football odds from sharps who like the discount price for power teams on the road. Meanwhile, Arkansas has shown good competitiveness and will draw interest as a capable home dog. Still, LSU is starting to roll.
LSU at Arkansas SBG Best Bet: LSU Tigers.