bamafan9201
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Well, in my comparison I at least went to the statistics and didn't go on I'm a fan my team is way better than yours because I can talk about my guys all day.
QB: AJ McCarron is currently a first year starter and the majority of his mistakes came in his first game (2 ints) though he does own that one against Tennesse. Statistically against ranked opponents he's been pretty much lights out. Completing 61% of his passes and averaging 168 yards per game in the three games they've played ranked opponents. He's only gotten 3tds, 1 per game though. Jarret Lee has averaged 162 yards per game poorer than McCarron, but does complete more passes standing at 64% completion percentage. He is also averaging a solid 1.6 touchdowns per game. Jordan Jefferson averages a small amount of yardage per game, but his best statistic is that he's averaging 1 td per the 2 ranked games he's participated in. I'd have to give the SLIGHT ADVANTAGE TO LSU.
HB: Spencer Ware is averaging 4.30 yards per carry against ranked opponents and putting up about 0.6 touchdowns a game. With an average per game rushing total of 101.5, it's easy to see he's a big part of LSU's offense. Though, Trent Richardson is no slouch himself. Averaging 139.3 yards per game and an improbable 8.04 yards per carry and putting up 1.3 touchdowns per game, he's shown why he's deserving of the Heisman. Delusional LSU fans aside, ADVANTAGE ALABAMA.
WR: Ruben Randle and Odell Beckham are two great receiving threats. They're consistent and they can go get the deep ball, they are also the main reason Jarret Lee has put the numbers up that he has. Marquis Maze and Darius hanks aren't bad either, but in a Bama offense that relies on the run, the passing game can often times be neglected. Has AJ McCarron and this receiving corps matured enough to take on an elite secondary? Probably, but Jarret Lee and his team seem to be much more tested in this category. ADVANTAGE LSU.
OL: Alabama's offensive line can dominate you, downright destroy you off the ball and put your face in the grass. But up against Tennessee last week, struggled to get defenders off the ball and looked whipped in the first half (Though this may be due to the 8-9 people in the box). LSU themselves had a similar problem against Tennessee, which eventually worked itself out when the horses started to wear down the younger Tennessee team. Though LSU's offensive line has allowed fewer sacks. Bama's offensive line is definitely out to prove themselves this week and has consistently done well in ranked match-ups. I'd go SLIGHT ADVANTAGE BAMA
DL: Alabama's defensive line is definitely salivating after last season where they just couldn't seem to get to Lee or Jefferson. However, LSU is just better on their front 4. Bama only plays the 3-4 though so you'd have to account for Upshaw as part of the down lineman in this situation and say he's had one hell of a year. I'll still give the SLIGHT ADVANTAGE TO LSU. Despite the previous statement
LB: I don't think anyone will argue that if Upshaw isn't included in the DL, he must be in the LBs and with 2 potential first round draft picks and 1 first rounder in the making in Nico Johnson or CJ Mosely for that matter. Tahj Jones and Kevin Minter are just too young for the LSU LBs to be considered in this situation. Until they mature..ADVANTAGE ALABAMA.
DB: Honey Badger, if you're reading this. Please oh please, jump on our first moves looking for the INT. I'm fairly certain they will game plan for this young mans talent at attacking the ball and use it against him. As far as matching-up goes. The teams are fairly even, but solely because of the Ball Hogging skills of Tyrann Mathieu, I'll give the ADVANTAGE TO LSU.
Special Teams: I'm not going to get into this that much, but I will say this. Our horrid kick-off coverage is only offset by are great kick-off returns. If LSU can get it in the endzone or out of the hands of Marquis Maze. They can definitely swing the special teams game in their advantage. If Alabama can play their assignments and kick better, they'll be able to be in that much of a better position to win. I'll say it's a TIE because both teams need people to step up this game, and neither has proved they're much better than the other.
Coaching: I know LSU fans will go LES MILES because he's AMAZING. I know hardcore Alabama fans will go for SABAN because he's OUTSTANDING. I'll just sit back and let you debate this one. Both coaches obviously bring differing styles but obviously winning styles to their programs. I'll go TIE on this one also.
Finale: I think the only true factor that will be measured is heart in this game. I can tell you this much, Alabama wants this game. They remember last year and they will come out with a vengeance and a chip on their shoulder prepared to dominate. LSU is in a position it hasn't been in for a few years, with young stars who haven't been in a game that is of this caliber before. They'll be in a hostile environment away from their fan base and faced with a team that can push them around as much as they pushed other people around. It will be an interesting surprise for the LSU team and the Alabama team will learn what it's made of, and if it's resolve can truly hold back the Tigers. I personally think it will be a tie football game going into the waning minutes of the 4th quarter. Alabama will kick a field goal and LSU will be stopped on it's drive. Either way you put it, this game should be one for the ages. I'll crack open a cold beer and sit back and enjoy the moment.
QB: AJ McCarron is currently a first year starter and the majority of his mistakes came in his first game (2 ints) though he does own that one against Tennesse. Statistically against ranked opponents he's been pretty much lights out. Completing 61% of his passes and averaging 168 yards per game in the three games they've played ranked opponents. He's only gotten 3tds, 1 per game though. Jarret Lee has averaged 162 yards per game poorer than McCarron, but does complete more passes standing at 64% completion percentage. He is also averaging a solid 1.6 touchdowns per game. Jordan Jefferson averages a small amount of yardage per game, but his best statistic is that he's averaging 1 td per the 2 ranked games he's participated in. I'd have to give the SLIGHT ADVANTAGE TO LSU.
HB: Spencer Ware is averaging 4.30 yards per carry against ranked opponents and putting up about 0.6 touchdowns a game. With an average per game rushing total of 101.5, it's easy to see he's a big part of LSU's offense. Though, Trent Richardson is no slouch himself. Averaging 139.3 yards per game and an improbable 8.04 yards per carry and putting up 1.3 touchdowns per game, he's shown why he's deserving of the Heisman. Delusional LSU fans aside, ADVANTAGE ALABAMA.
WR: Ruben Randle and Odell Beckham are two great receiving threats. They're consistent and they can go get the deep ball, they are also the main reason Jarret Lee has put the numbers up that he has. Marquis Maze and Darius hanks aren't bad either, but in a Bama offense that relies on the run, the passing game can often times be neglected. Has AJ McCarron and this receiving corps matured enough to take on an elite secondary? Probably, but Jarret Lee and his team seem to be much more tested in this category. ADVANTAGE LSU.
OL: Alabama's offensive line can dominate you, downright destroy you off the ball and put your face in the grass. But up against Tennessee last week, struggled to get defenders off the ball and looked whipped in the first half (Though this may be due to the 8-9 people in the box). LSU themselves had a similar problem against Tennessee, which eventually worked itself out when the horses started to wear down the younger Tennessee team. Though LSU's offensive line has allowed fewer sacks. Bama's offensive line is definitely out to prove themselves this week and has consistently done well in ranked match-ups. I'd go SLIGHT ADVANTAGE BAMA
DL: Alabama's defensive line is definitely salivating after last season where they just couldn't seem to get to Lee or Jefferson. However, LSU is just better on their front 4. Bama only plays the 3-4 though so you'd have to account for Upshaw as part of the down lineman in this situation and say he's had one hell of a year. I'll still give the SLIGHT ADVANTAGE TO LSU. Despite the previous statement
LB: I don't think anyone will argue that if Upshaw isn't included in the DL, he must be in the LBs and with 2 potential first round draft picks and 1 first rounder in the making in Nico Johnson or CJ Mosely for that matter. Tahj Jones and Kevin Minter are just too young for the LSU LBs to be considered in this situation. Until they mature..ADVANTAGE ALABAMA.
DB: Honey Badger, if you're reading this. Please oh please, jump on our first moves looking for the INT. I'm fairly certain they will game plan for this young mans talent at attacking the ball and use it against him. As far as matching-up goes. The teams are fairly even, but solely because of the Ball Hogging skills of Tyrann Mathieu, I'll give the ADVANTAGE TO LSU.
Special Teams: I'm not going to get into this that much, but I will say this. Our horrid kick-off coverage is only offset by are great kick-off returns. If LSU can get it in the endzone or out of the hands of Marquis Maze. They can definitely swing the special teams game in their advantage. If Alabama can play their assignments and kick better, they'll be able to be in that much of a better position to win. I'll say it's a TIE because both teams need people to step up this game, and neither has proved they're much better than the other.
Coaching: I know LSU fans will go LES MILES because he's AMAZING. I know hardcore Alabama fans will go for SABAN because he's OUTSTANDING. I'll just sit back and let you debate this one. Both coaches obviously bring differing styles but obviously winning styles to their programs. I'll go TIE on this one also.
Finale: I think the only true factor that will be measured is heart in this game. I can tell you this much, Alabama wants this game. They remember last year and they will come out with a vengeance and a chip on their shoulder prepared to dominate. LSU is in a position it hasn't been in for a few years, with young stars who haven't been in a game that is of this caliber before. They'll be in a hostile environment away from their fan base and faced with a team that can push them around as much as they pushed other people around. It will be an interesting surprise for the LSU team and the Alabama team will learn what it's made of, and if it's resolve can truly hold back the Tigers. I personally think it will be a tie football game going into the waning minutes of the 4th quarter. Alabama will kick a field goal and LSU will be stopped on it's drive. Either way you put it, this game should be one for the ages. I'll crack open a cold beer and sit back and enjoy the moment.
