re: A relatively objective opinion on Alabama vs. LSU

What concerns me is Bama's second surge; that's what finished A&M off, and they generally make 3 strong runs in a game. LSU has to be able to withstand both.

Something that might be a positive is the slow starts LSU has had; they're leaving little for the opposing coach to adjust for at half, and have come out strong in that second half. Vs Bama, the big concern will be to stay close during that stretch; but if we do, I can see us making a strong push at some point in the 2nd.

Line play will be critical. Bama has to contain Fournette, and still prevent Etling from making a big play to Chark and the other WRs. I think LSU can break through, if they can play even at the line.