LSU Tigers vs Auburn Tigers prediction: LSU wins, Auburn covers
LSU will beat Auburn 27-24, with its offensive balance and productive pass rush providing the strongest matchup advantages. Auburn’s interception streak and Byrum Brown’s rushing threat should keep the margin close enough to make spread pick Auburn +7 (+101) the best bet. Confidence is medium in the winner; the total of 51.5 at -110 on either side is a Pass.
LSU Tigers vs Auburn Tigers prediction and best bet
LSU has the stronger overall case to win, but Auburn +7 (+101) offers the better wager. Auburn coach Alex Golesh described LSU as approaching 200 rushing yards and exceeding 300 passing yards per game. He also credited its defense with 26 sacks and fewer than 16 points allowed per game entering this matchup. That balance gives LSU several ways to dictate play.
Auburn has credible answers. It beat then-No. 1 Georgia 27-24 on October 17, forcing three turnovers while committing none. Brown’s running gives LSU another responsibility beyond pressuring the passer. Expect LSU to prevail, with Auburn keeping the game inside the seven-point spread.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Kickoff: Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. CT. Venue: Jordan-Hare Stadium. Broadcast: ABC.
Records: LSU Tigers 4-2; Auburn Tigers 4-2.
Quarterback matchup: Sam Leavitt for LSU against Byrum Brown for Auburn.
SportsJaw odds: LSU Tigers -7 (-115); Auburn Tigers +7 (-105). Moneyline: LSU Tigers -285; Auburn Tigers +234. Total: Over 52.5 (-105); Under 52.5 (-115).
SportsJaw total: Over 51.5 (-110) or Under 51.5 (-110). These are the prices used for the recommendations below.