A game like this Saturday’s doesn’t really tell us anything. Tulane was completely overmatched from the get go and the only question was how many would the Tigers lay on the Greenies.
A few observations:
* I like Charles Scott running the ball. He’s now LSU's leading rusher for the season and I think he needs to start next week.
* I found it very interesting that LSU came out pass heavy after trying to pound the ball early in weeks 1-3. It worked as JaMarcus lit up the Greenies going 5 for 6 with a TD in the first drive.
* The defense is fantastic. We will see how the season unfolds but they may be better than last year’s squad. (check out the LSU stats)
* Former LSU TE Brian Kinchen is now on the radio and had some very interesting comments. I heard these second hand but I think they are probably accurate and very telling. Kinchen spoke with Jimbo Fisher during the week and by reading between the lines drew the conclusion that the staff is leery of placing too much responsibility on Russell in big games. I think that is accurate given the conservative play calling in the Auburn game. Also, given Russell’s inconsistency in the past and his questionable decision making, simplifying the offense makes sense. The other interesting part of Kinchen’s radio comments focused on the pressure Miles is under. Not just to win, but to win “the right way.” No one would have complained had the Tigers beat Auburn 10-7, but in games versus inferior opponents, Miles feels pressure to win big. This may explain starters playing heavily even in games that are out of hand. Again, I got this second hand, but it does make sense. I think until he is able to really put his stamp on the program, the scrutiny will continue.
LSU has another inferior opponent next week in Mississippi State. MSU is ranked 111th in total offense and 111th in scoring offense. We all know how good the LSU defense is. The Tigers have outscored the Bulldogs 202-26 over the last five years and have won 13 of the last 14 contests. Make it 14 of the last 15.
LSU 45 – MSU 3
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