The 16th-ranked LSU Tigers are set to face the South Carolina Gamecocks in their Southeastern Conference opener this Saturday in Columbia, South Carolina. LSU (1-1) aims to secure its third consecutive 10-win season, coming off a decisive victory against Nicholls, where they won 44-21. Meanwhile, South Carolina (2-0) is looking to improve from last season’s 5-7 record, as they haven’t surpassed 10 wins in a season since 2013 when they finished with an 11-2 record.
Kickoff will take place at Williams-Brice Stadium at noon ET. The Tigers currently average 399.5 yards per game, while the Gamecocks have a 270-yard average. LSU is favored by 6.5 points according to the latest betting odds, with the over/under set at 49.5 total points. Before making any predictions for the LSU vs. South Carolina matchup, it’s advisable to consider insights from the SportsLine Projection Model.
This model simulates each FBS college football game 10,000 times and has reportedly generated over $2,000 in profit for $100 players on its highest-rated picks against the spread. After a profitable 13-9 season with top-rated spreads, the model has also started strong this season with a 4-0 record on over/under picks. Those who follow it are seeing significant returns.
Current betting lines for LSU vs. South Carolina include:
– Spread: LSU -6.5
– Over/under: 48 points
– Money line: LSU -240, South Carolina +193
Recent trends show that the Tigers have gone over the game total in 11 of their last 13 games, while the Gamecocks have had success hitting the first-quarter money line in nine of their last 12 games.
For those considering backing LSU, sophomore wide receiver Aaron Anderson is emerging as a key player. He recently had a standout game with five catches for 63 yards against Nicholls, and he scored a touchdown in LSU’s opening game against Southern Cal. Defensively, senior defensive end Sai’vion Jones leads the team with two sacks and has been a consistent presence this season.
On the other hand, South Carolina’s Mazeo Bennett Jr. is making a significant impact in his freshman year with key receptions and a touchdown to his credit. The Gamecocks’ defense is also notable, featuring a strong pass rush with a total of ten sacks and six forced fumbles in just two games.
The SportsLine model leans towards the over on the total points and indicates that one side of the spread offers better value. For more detailed predictions and insights, visit SportsLine to discover which side of the LSU vs. South Carolina spread might be worth backing, especially as the model has shown consistent success in its picks.