re: Why do most people think AU has no chance against LSU

Agree. One tough game against a fired up team in their stadium does not change the fact that LSU has one of the best defenses in the nation. But LSU will need better OL play, receivers who can hold onto the ball and to open up the play-book for Mett; he has an accurate, cannon arm and can make plays if given enough time to survey the field. And while McCarron is a solid QB, much of his success is due to an excellent Bama OL. Any of the better QB's in the SEC, including Mett, would look better behind the Bama OL.