Everybody knows about the big game this week and ESPN is doing there dead-level best to over-hype the game.
And everybody has their take on what each team must do to win. Me too. Here’s what I think Bama has to do to win:
** Don’t turn the ball over. Yes, it’s a cliche, but in this case it’s very true. LSU is +15 in turnovers – 18 takeaways and three turnovers – and they make sure to make you pay if you give the ball up. Just ask the Oregon Ducks. Alabama doesn’t just need to win the turnover battle, they need to avoid their own turnovers altogether and take a couple from the Tigers.
** Don’t allow the “big” play. The Tide’s defensive statistics are stellar and all, but that didn’t stop Florida and Ole Miss from hitting big plays their first drives. I would bet dollars to doughnuts that the Tigers take a deep shot on their first drive. They’ll also take a few more tries. Simply put, if the Tide can keep LSU from converting on these big throws, it’ll make the game much harder for the Tigers...
Click here for linkSounds like they read HSCoach's thread. LOL.