The 16th-ranked LSU Tigers are set to face the South Carolina Gamecocks in a key SEC matchup this Saturday in Columbia, S.C. It marks LSU's conference opener as they look to build momentum in the SEC. The Tigers (1-1), aiming for a third straight 10-win season, come into the game after a convincing 44-21 victory over Nicholls. Meanwhile, the Gamecocks (2-0) are off to a strong start but haven't recorded a 10-win season since 2013, when they finished 11-2.
Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET at Williams-Brice Stadium. LSU is currently averaging 399.5 yards per game, compared to South Carolina's 270. The Tigers are listed as 6.5-point favorites according to the latest SportsLine consensus odds, with the over/under set at 49.5 total points. Before finalizing any bets, it's wise to review the predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model, which simulates every FBS game 10,000 times.
This model has generated over $2,000 in profits for $100 bettors on its top-rated college football spread picks. It’s coming off a successful 13-9 season and is already 4-0 on over/under picks for this year. Those who follow its predictions have seen consistent success.
The model has now focused on the LSU vs. South Carolina game. Check out SportsLine for its full picks, but here's a preview of the betting lines:
- Spread: LSU -6.5
- Over/Under: 49.5 points
- Money Line: LSU -240, South Carolina +193
- Trends to know:
- LSU has hit the over in 11 of its last 13 games (+8.80 units).
- South Carolina has won the first-quarter money line in nine of its last 12 games (+11.40 units).
Why Back LSU
Sophomore wide receiver Aaron Anderson has emerged as a key target this season. In LSU's 44-21 win over Nicholls, Anderson caught five passes for 63 yards. He also had a strong showing in their season opener against Southern Cal, recording five receptions for 64 yards and a touchdown. In his college career, Anderson has 22 catches for 186 yards and a score.
On defense, senior defensive end Sai'vion Jones has been a standout performer. He leads the Tigers with two sacks, both coming in the opener against USC, and has recorded seven tackles through two games. Over his LSU career, Jones has 65 tackles and nine sacks, making him a force on the defensive line.
Why Back South Carolina
Freshman wide receiver Mazeo Bennett Jr. has quickly made an impact for South Carolina. After catching two passes for 18 yards in the Gamecocks' 23-19 win over Old Dominion, he followed up with three receptions for 63 yards and a touchdown in their 31-6 victory over Kentucky. Bennett ranks 19th in the SEC in yards per reception at 16.2.
Defensively, South Carolina boasts a fierce pass rush led by freshman Dylan Stewart and senior Kyle Kennard, who have combined for 6 sacks and 45 yards in losses. In total, the Gamecocks have tallied 10 sacks and forced six fumbles in just two games, creating plenty of headaches for opposing offenses.
How to Make LSU vs. South Carolina Picks
SportsLine’s model is leaning towards the Over, predicting a total of 48 points. It also favors one side of the spread as a strong value. You can only get those picks over at SportsLine.
So, who comes out on top in the LSU vs. South Carolina showdown, and which side of the spread offers the most value? Visit SportsLine now to find out, courtesy of the model that’s up over $2,000 on its college football spread picks since its debut.
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