Schwartz Picks LSU-Ole Miss to Be High-Scoring Affair in Week 3
Geoff Schwartz expects LSU and Ole Miss to combine for a shootout, citing both teams' strong quarterback play and Ole Miss's leaky defense. He also notes LSU's offense has been efficient but not dominant, while Ole Miss has scored 41 points in each game. Schwartz's other Week 3 pick is also highlighted in his analysis.
The SEC showdown features two top-10 teams with contrasting profiles. Ole Miss has been prolific but untested defensively, ranking 118th in yards per play, while LSU's defense leads the nation in yards per drive. The Tigers' offense, despite scoring 51 and 45 points, ranks just 40th in points per drive, suggesting potential regression.
Geoff Schwartz's second pick involves Arizona State running back Kyson Brown, who averages 7.7 yards per carry on limited touches. Kansas's run defense has shown vulnerability to explosive plays, allowing Missouri backs to gain 4.5 yards per carry last week. Brown's workload may increase against a defense struggling with tackling.
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