While history has typically tilted in LSU’s favor, this year’s Aggies have the opportunity to flip that narrative on its head. LSU’s last week’s stunning loss to Vanderbilt didn’t just hurt their playoff hopes; it exposed serious flaws on the defensive side. A unit that had been giving up only 12 points per game suddenly looked vulnerable, allowing a season-high 239 rushing yards on 5.3 yards per carry to Vandy. Now, as they prepare for Texas A&M, the Tigers’ biggest concern isn’t hard to guess.

As ESPN put it, “The Aggies’ offense will go as far as their running backs take it.” Needless to say, the Tigers’ major concern this week is to prevent Texas A&M from running the ball against them. Brian Kelly himself acknowledged the challenge, as quoted by columnist Scott Rabalais on X: “BK:

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