LSU vs. South Carolina Betting Preview headlines some SEC conference matchups as conference schedules begin in Week 3 of college football.
In Week 3, South Carolina will look to continue its surprising unbeaten run as it hosts LSU in Columbia. After a shaky season opener against Old Dominion, where it barely covered as 20-point favorites, the Gamecocks made a statement by dominating Kentucky 31-6 on the road as 9.5-point underdogs. Their defense shined in Lexington, solidifying their status as a team to watch.
LSU, on the other hand, is 1-1 following a disappointing 44-21 win over Nicholls. Though they secured the victory, LSU fell short of covering the hefty 46.5-point spread, raising questions about their consistency. As both teams clash, the betting odds and spread analysis will focus on whether South Carolina can keep the momentum rolling or if LSU will get back on track.
Betting & Kickoff Info
- Spread
LSU -7
- Moneyline
LSU -275/South Carolina +230
- Over/Under
50.5
- Game time
Noon ET
- Location
Williams Brice Stadium | Columbia, South Carolina
- Predicted Weather at Kick
78 degrees, Partly Cloudy
- How to Watch
ABC
Garrett Nussmeier has seamlessly stepped into the role vacated by Heisman winner Jayden Daniels. Through two games, he has thrown for 610 yards and eight touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes.
His top target has been the dynamic Kyren Lacy, who hauled 12 catches for 159 yards and four touchdowns. Lacy was particularly effective in LSU’s season-opening loss to USC, where he recorded seven catches for 94 yards and a score. His playmaking ability could severely challenge South Carolina’s secondary on Saturday.
The Gamecocks will look to slow the game down by leaning on their workhorse, Raheim Sanders. The bruising 230-pound back has rushed for 142 yards and two touchdowns on 37 carries. South Carolina will likely feed Sanders early and often to control the clock and keep LSU’s high-powered offense off the field.
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Prediction for LSU vs. South Carolina
This matchup is tricky to predict. LSU, despite its 1-1 record, could easily be undefeated had it edged out USC in a close game. However, its recent 44-21 win over Nicholls, where it was 46.5-point favorites, left plenty to be desired. On the other hand, South Carolina nearly stumbled at home against Old Dominion but followed it up with an impressive road performance, dominating Kentucky in all phases to win its SEC opener.
South Carolina has exceeded expectations, while LSU has yet to reach its full potential. The game will likely hinge on Garrett Nussmeier’s ability to maintain his high level of play. He’s shown poise and shouldn’t be fazed by the Columbia crowd. With weapons like Kyren Lacy, LSU’s offense has the firepower to challenge the Gamecocks’ defense, which was stout against Kentucky.
It won’t be easy, but LSU’s talent and playmaking edge should carry them to a win on the road.
The Prediction: LSU 30, South Carolina 20.
Best Bet: LSU -7
