After a 15 year hiatus, LSU and Texas A&M renew a long standing rivalry. LSU’s history with A&M dates back to 1899. In fact, LSU has played the Aggies 49 times, the third most frequent non-conference opponent in Tiger history.
A&M finished 9-3 defeating Oklahoma, Texas and Nebraska down the stretch.
In my eyes, the only “better” match-up for LSU’s bowl game would have been against Nebraska. I am still waiting for the Tigers to avenge the series of loses to the Cornhuskers that occurred in the 80’s. But the invitation to the Cotton Bowl resonates more than a credit card bowl game or a game named after a mediocre chain restaurant. Of course Sugar would be sweeter, but a prime time match-up the Friday before the Championship game is a nice consolation present.
