Grambling Tigers (0-1) vs. LSU Tigers (0-1)
Grambling Tigers vs. LSU Tigers 9/9/23 – The Grambling Tigers and the LSU Tigers, both standing at a precarious 0-1 record, are gearing up for a battle of pride, skill, and strategy come September 9, 2023, at 7:30 PM ET. To be held at the Tiger Stadium, with nationwide coverage on ESP+, this game is shaping up to be more than just another regular season clash—it’s a quest for redemption for both squads. While Grambling State University seeks to defy the odds and achieve a stunning upset, Louisiana State University aims to return to its winning ways, particularly with the home crowd behind them.
Chance Williams is an emerging talent from Grambling Tigers who demonstrated 49 rushing yards at 7 yards per rush in their inaugural game. If given an opportunity to establish their running game, Chance could become an integral component. Meanwhile wide receiver Lyndon Rash also shows promise with 8 receptions for 90 yards with an 11.3% average yards per reception and one touchdown reception. Keep an eye out for these players!
Josh Williams has been an incredible surprise at running back for LSU Tigers, rushing at an astounding 11 yards per attempt despite a limited sample size. Brian Thomas Jr. at wide receiver is already making waves at LSU; amassing an astounding 142 receiving yards on 7 receptions with an average catch distance of 20.3 yards making him an effective deep threat for LSU. Check out our free winning NCAAF picks for more insights.
Grambling Tigers vs. LSU Tigers Game Info
| When: | Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 7:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | Tiger Stadium |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | SofaScore |
Myles Crawley QB vs. Jayden Daniels QB
Myles Crawley for Grambling and Jayden Daniels for LSU are both skilled quarterbacks, but they bring different styles and strategies to the field. Crawley, with a completion percentage of 65.8% and 311 passing yards, has shown that he can distribute the ball effectively. He’s also taken care of the ball, throwing no interceptions in the previous game.
Daniels, on the other hand, boasts a more explosive game with 346 passing yards and an average of 9.4 yards per pass attempt. However, he’s slightly more error-prone, having thrown one interception. The two quarterbacks have shown vulnerability to sacks, but Crawley managed to avoid negative yardage, which could be crucial.
In terms of passing rating, Crawley leads with 151.9 against Daniels’ 141.5. Yet, Daniels has the advantage of experience and playing at home. The battle between these two quarterbacks is likely to be a major factor in determining the outcome of the game.
Odds/Point Spread: LSU Tigers ML, Total Odds: –
Though the betting odds are not provided, based on the teams’ performance and key players, it would be reasonable to lean towards LSU. The home advantage and the sheer firepower they have on offense make them the more likely team to win.
Grambling Tigers Betting Trends
Grambling Tigers have struggled recently, with a 0-10 SU record in their last ten games and 0-20 SU in their last 20 road games. They are also 0-18 SU in games played in September. Additionally, their total has gone UNDER in 4 of their last 5 games.
LSU Tigers Betting Trends
LSU Tigers has been a mixed bag when it comes to Against the Spread (ATS), standing at 2-4 in their last 6 games. However, they’ve been strong at home (8-1 SU in their last 9 home games) and have a decent record in September (14-4 SU). Intriguingly, the total has gone OVER in all of LSU’s last 5 games.
Grambling Tigers vs. LSU Tigers 9/9/23 Betting Picks
Taking into consideration all the data, key players, and betting trends, LSU Tigers seems to be the more probable victor. They have a stronger home record, key players in better form, and a more stable history in games played during September. All eyes will be on Tiger Stadium come September 9th, and it’s likely that LSU Tigers will emerge as the real Tigers in this showdown. Enjoy the game and best of luck with your wagers! For more insights, check out our latest sports betting picks.
Free Pick and Prediction: LSU Tigers will win 35-17.