Auburn vs LSU: Close Matchup Makes Taking the Points a Sensible Betting Decision
Auburn and LSU will face off on Saturday at 7:00 EST at LSU's Death Valley. Auburn is 3-2 SU and 0-2 SEC, while LSU is 4-2 SU and 3-1 SEC coming into this game. LSU is coming
Game outlook
Auburn and LSU will face off on Saturday at 7:00 EST at LSU's Death Valley. Auburn is 3-2 SU and 0-2 SEC, while LSU is 4-2 SU and 3-1 SEC coming into this game. LSU is coming off a win against No. 21 Missouri while Auburn is coming off a close loss to top-ranked Georgia, 27-20.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 10/14/2023 @ 7:00pm EST
Where: Tiger Stadium Stadium Tigers vs Tigers Betting Odds Moneyline: Tigers +318 | Tigers -420
Spread: Tigers +11 (-110) | Tigers -11 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 60 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that LSU will win straight-up is 81%.
Auburn Tigers
The Auburn Tigers are coming off a bye week and are continuing preparation for their upcoming game against ranked opponents LSU. Auburn's offence is currently second-last in the SEC with 358.2 yards of offence per game and 29.6 points per game, which ranks 11th in the conference. As well, both running back Damari Alston and wide receivers Malcolm Johnson Jr. and Ja'Varrius Johnson are questionable with injuries. Defensively, Auburn is ranked fifth-best in the SEC with 18.2 points allowed per game. Notably, the 322.8 total yards allowed per game are the sixth-least in the conference. Additionally, Jaylin Simpson has the team's six interceptions, tying him for most in the country. With a power ranking of 74, Auburn holds a 67th-ranked offense, 28th-ranked defense, and is 3-2 (2-3 ATS) this season. Head coach Hugh Freeze is optimistic about this matchup, expressing excitement for the “great college environment” and knowing the team will be ready. He commented that LSU's offence is the "most explosive [he's] seen in a long, long time".