The Preview and Predictions: LSU Football vs. Clemson Tigers in Game 1 of the Lane Kiffin Era
Summary
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The LSU preview expects Lane Kiffin and Charlie Weis Jr.'s offense to start slowly against Clemson before top-end skill talent helps the unit separate later.
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The staff prediction leans on Blake Baker's LSU defense as the Week 1 difference-maker, especially if the offense needs the first half to settle in.
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The preview expects LSU's run game to heat up in the second quarter and wear down Clemson's interior defensive line, with the backs projected above 170 combined rushing yards.
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Clemson is flagged for offensive newness because Christopher Vizzina is making a true road start and Chad Morris is installing a new offense against LSU's defense.
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The Clemson side is still credited with slept-on roster quality, talented weapons, and a strong front four despite the article projecting LSU to win comfortably.
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