Conversely, LSU is one of the best third-down teams in the country. The Tigers are converting nearly 50% of their third downs vs. FBS opponents. Even in obvious passing situations, Garrett Nussmeier can stand in there and move the chains.

DeBoer and Co., like the Bayou Bengals, were idle last weekend with all focus shifting towards the Week 11 battle in Baton Rouge. How are the Crimson Tide preparing for the Week 1

LSU is at home Saturday, playing its famed night game in Baton Rouge. On the surface, it’s a huge advantage but ironically the road team has dominated the series. Since 1981, Alabama’s only 9-12 in games in Alabama (Birmingham or Tuscaloosa) while LSU’s just 4-16-1 in Louisiana (Baton Rouge or New Orleans).