I've had a little time during my day off to do a some research on Florida's game film and comparing their strengths and weaknesses to LSU. This may be a TL/DR, but I think both fan bases will appreciate the non homerism.

First off I'm going to compare the LSU Offense to the Florida defense. We all know about LF7 and how difficult of a task it will be to stop him, even with a 8-9 man front in the box. But this game is going to come down to the battle in the trenches. I think Florida has a strong front line, and LSU's O-line does a great job of creating holes for the backs. I have a lot of confidence in Brandon Harris's ability to throw the ball and to take care of it as well. I really think early on LSU is going to run the ball A LOT. They will try to wear down that front 7-9 from Florida with some ground attack, and will not have great success at first, maybe 1 or 2 big plays. Tabor and VH3 are excellent in the secondary for Florida. They will be tough to pass on. However, I do think that LSU will use a lot more 3 receiver sets which will be more complicated for Florida to defend the run with the free safety moving out of the box to go over top. This could play a strength for LSU running the ball with LSU's fullback JD Moore out with an injury. I can certainly see Fournette, guice, and Williams accumulating anywhere from 220-260 yards rushing, which would be impressive for Florida to contain them to considering LSU rushes for close to 375 ypg.

Now on to Florida's offense vs LSU's defense. It's very obvious that Florida's offensive game plan will be a little different with Treon Harris starting at QB now. They will run more zone-reads, and try to get TH3 out of the pocket on some roll outs or designed runs. It's also obvious that Harris is no world beater, but he can be a threat for this defense considering he is a dual threat. Kelvin Taylor and Company have been productive as well this season which can help take some pressure off of the QB. LSU's D-line is pretty good with godchaux in the middle and key and Lewis on the ends, and it helps the Tigers that bower will be back this week. I believe LSU will play contain again vs. a dual threat QB such as they have done in the past against, dak this year and Johnny in years past; they are going to challenge Harris to beat them through the air. If Florida tries to beat them on the ground, LSU only allows 90 ypg, and may not be extremely successful running up the middle with beckwith and debo holding that down, but if they can be productive through the air, such as Marshall from auby was last year, they will be in good position to keep a balanced offense and to win the game. Jalen mills will possibly return this week for LSU, so that could be huge for the Tigers defensively defending the pass.

Special teams wise, advantage Florida, and this could be huge for them to take control of field position. LSU has allowed several big returns this year, and this has made it extremely tough for their defense to prevent opponents from threatening to score due to great field position.

Now on to advantages.

QB: Even
RB: Fournette, Guice, and Williams is a mighty tall task to slow down. Advantage LSU.
WR: the Tigers have a lot more talent, but have been inconsistent, and Florida's receivers have done a great job with less talent. Toss up.
TE: LSU struggles to use the tightends consistently in their passing game. Advantage Florida.
O-line: LSU has a massive front line and obviously they have helped Fournette and company with their success. Advantage LSU.
D-line: Florida has done a good job of creating pressure on opponents qb's this year, and LSU has been meh compared to what they have been in the past. They are still no slouch with great young talent. I'll give Florida the advantage.
LB: Kendall Beckwith is one of the best MLB's in the country, and has been huge for the Tigers' success on the defensive side of the ball. Debo jones, Louis, and Riley have been impressive so far as well. Advantage LSU.
Secondary: Florida and LSU without a doubt have the two best secondaries in all of CFB. Both have all American caliber players, and both with have many first round picks. I think it comes down to if mills will be back for this game to complete and nickel and dime packages. If he will be, then the matchup will be even, if not, I'd give Florida the edge barely.

Stat Predictions:

Not a big fan of guessing the pass attempts and completions for the QB's and receivers but i will give an estimate.

QB:

Brandon Harris: 55-65% 160 1 TD 1 int

Treon Harris: 45-60% 145 1 TD rushing

RB:

Leonard Fournette: 24 carries 180 yards 2 TDs

Derrius Guice: 10 carries 51 yards

D. Williams: 8 carries 32 yards

Brandon Harris: 9 carries 25 yards

Florida:

Kelvin Taylor: 19 rushes 73 yards 1 TD

Treon Harris: 9 rushes for 42 yards 1 TD

Jordan Cronkrite: 4 rushes 12 yards

Special teams: Florida will return a kickoff for a TD I can almost guarantee it, it happens every year.

Hope you guys thought I gave a fair assessment or took the time to read it. Please share your thoughts on what you think.

I'm gonna keep my homerism with my Tigers for my overall score prediction. I think LSU will win 27-21 in a great matchup in a night game showdown in Death Valley.

Edit: had to fix spelling

This post was edited on 10/13/15 at 3:33 pm