Get ready for an exciting SEC matchup! The Alabama Crimson Tide (6-2, 3-2 SEC) will go head-to-head with the LSU Tigers (6-2, 3-1) at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p. m. ET on ABC. Both teams are coming off a bye week, with Alabama looking to bounce back from losses to Vanderbilt and Tennessee. LSU also aims to recover from a recent loss to Texas A&M, which ended their six-game winning streak.

Alabama, ranked 11th in the US LBM Coaches Poll, has been struggling in October. They've had issues with penalties and turnovers. Their pass defense is strong, but they've faced trouble with big plays. LSU, ranked 13th, has a solid passing game, averaging 332. 8 yards per game. However, they aren't known for frequent explosive plays.

The key factor could be the ground game. LSU's defense has been vulnerable to big plays on the ground, which is an area Alabama could exploit. Add in Alabama's red-zone advantage, and they might have the edge. Plus, forecasted rain and wind could favor Alabama's grinding game style.

Looking at the odds, FanDuel Sportsbook lists Alabama as a -138 favorite on the moneyline, with LSU at +116. Against the spread, Alabama is favored by 2. 5 points (-120), while LSU is a +2. 5 underdog (-102). The over/under is set at 58. 5, with both sides at -110.

Our prediction? Alabama 27, LSU 21. It's likely to be a close game, but the weather could slow down the scoring. Back Alabama -2. 5 (-120) and consider the under 58. 5 (-110).

Alabama vs. LSU: A Close Battle in Baton Rouge

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