GAME BREAKDOWN
KEY MATCHUP: If Saturday’s tilt is decided on the ground, then the needle swings heavily in favor of the Aggies. Texas A&M has a better rush offense and defense than LSU. The Aggies have the second-best rush defense in the nation, giving up just 82.8 yards per game. Texas A&M is one of just seven teams in the FBS to give up fewer than 100 yards per game. The Aggies’ rush offense ranks No. 39 nationally with 201.1 yards per game, led by SEC rushing leader Trayveon Williams. Meanwhile, LSU ranks No. 31 in rush defense (130.7) and No. 63 in rush offense (171).
DRAFT SLANT
–LB Otaro Alaka left last week’s game against UAB after registering four tackles due to concussion symptoms. This week, coach Jimbo Fisher said that Alaka’s status is questionable but that he “seems to be doing OK.” Alaka leads Texas A&M in tackles with 68, including 12 for loss.
ROSTER REPORT:
–LB Otaro Alaka is questionable with a concussion.
–LB Tyrel Dodson is probable with a foot injury.
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