Get set for Week 7 of the college football season. Teams are preparing to kick things into extra high gear as bowl season and the College Football Playoff will be here before you know it. As the season progresses, every win and loss becomes more important. One of the key matchups in Week 7 will be the LSU Tigers taking on the Ole Miss Rebels in a matchup between two SEC heavyweights.
After suffering a disappointing loss to USC in their first game, the LSU Tigers have returned with a vengeance. They have reeled off four straight wins. However, this will be a big test they have coming up against the rebels as it is their first matchup against a ranked opponent this season. LSU is ranked 13 in the nation, and their chance at the College Football Playoffs is slim, but anything can happen. And with five of their seven remaining games being against opponents ranked in the top 15, they’ll have several opportunities to put themselves in position for a favorable bowl game.
The Rebels have proven to be a formidable opponent this season as they have a reputation for putting up points in bunches. They have scored 40 or more points in 4 out of their 6 games this season. A large reason for that has been the elite play of their starting quarterback Jaxson Dart who has put up 2100 passing yards to go along with 13 touchdowns this season. Ole Miss’s chances at the College Football Playoff are semi-realistic as they are still ranked in the top 10. A win against a formidable opponent like LSU could reverse their fortunes in the rankings.
So whether you are rooting for a clear favorite or hoping for a miracle by the underdog, the most important thing to remember is that you must be in it to win it.
