LSU vs. Ole Miss Prediction 12/24/10 College Football Picks

In this article, we formulate a prediction between LSU and Ole Miss for this Week 7 college football game on Saturday, October 12th at Tiger Stadium. Let’s take a look at the LSU Tigers vs. Ole Miss Rebels picks.

What a boost for Ole Miss

Ole Miss lost to Kentucky two games ago, but they bounced back significantly in their last game. Ole Miss’ defense only allowed South Carolina three points, and that was enough for the 24-point win. Jaxson Dart completed 14 of his 27 passes for 285 yards. Henry Parish Jr. was a game-time decision but still finished with 21 carries for 81 yards and a touchdown. If the defense can be strong all season long, Ole Miss can have a special season.
Ole Miss is averaging 44 points overall this season while their defense is giving up 7.5 points per game. When you think of Ole Miss you think of the offense, but what the defense did was impressive. Jaxson Dart has thrown for 2,100 yards and 13 touchdowns this season.

Why Ole Miss will beat LSU

• The favorite has won each of LSU’s last 11 games at Tiger Stadium.
• LSU has failed to cover the spread in five of its last six games against AP ranked teams.
• Ole Miss has covered the spread in five of its last six games as a favorite.

LSU is playing well

LSU is coming into this game well and has won its last four games. LSU faced South Alabama in its last game and scored 42 points en route to the win. Garrett Nussmeier had a strong game, completing 26 of his 39 passes for 409 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. In this game it will be important that he tries not to turn the ball over. Caden Durham had a great game at the end with seven carries for 128 yards and a touchdown.

LSU is averaging 35.2 points this season while its defense is giving up 21.6 points per game. The offense ranks 31st while the defense ranks 48th. In this game the defense has to be strong to apply pressure.

LSU vs Ole Miss Prediction

This game will have a higher score. LSU’s defense has been a problem at times this season and won’t be much of a problem in this game. LSU’s offense will also be successful against Ole Miss. This is a much bigger test for the Ole Miss defense and they will fail at it. Make sure both teams increase the score and the over will end up with a prize money here.