Ole Miss Rebels vs LSU Tigers Prediction – Week 7 College Football

The Ole Miss Rebels will take on the LSU Tigers at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge on Saturday, October 13th, with kickoff set for 7:30 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on ABC. Ole Miss comes into the game as a -3.5-point favorite on the road, and the over/under is set at 64.5 points. The Rebels are looking to solidify their place in the College Football Playoff race, while LSU is hoping to make a statement win at home.
Ole Miss has had an explosive season so far, ranking 9th in scoring with 44 points per game. LSU’s high-powered offense will look to keep pace in a game that could see plenty of scoring. This showdown between two SEC heavyweights will have major implications for the rest of the season.
Can Ole Miss Continue Their Dominance?
The Rebels have been on a roll this season, boasting a 5-1 record and a +36.5 average scoring margin. Quarterback Jaxson Dart has been outstanding, throwing for 2,100 yards with a passer rating of 134. Dart has helped Ole Miss become the 2nd-ranked team in passing yards per game and one of the top scoring offenses in the nation.
Running back Henry Parrish Jr. has also been a key contributor, rushing for 570 yards and nine touchdowns. If Ole Miss can maintain their offensive efficiency and limit turnovers, they should be able to put up points against an LSU defense that has struggled at times this season.
Ole Miss’ defense will need to keep the LSU offense in check and avoid giving up big plays if they want to secure a victory on the road.
LSU’s High-Octane Offense Looks to Keep Pace
The Tigers have a 4-1 record and are ranked 15th in our power rankings. Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier has led the way, throwing for 1,656 yards and 15 touchdowns with a passer rating of 111. LSU ranks 12th in passing yards per game and 6th in completions, showcasing their ability to move the ball through the air.
LSU’s defense, however, has been inconsistent, allowing 236 passing yards per game, which ranks 109th nationally. They’ll need to tighten up their secondary and apply pressure on Jaxson Dart to keep Ole Miss from dominating through the air.
If LSU can establish their run game and control the clock, they’ll have a better chance of keeping Ole Miss’ offense off the field and staying within reach.
Prediction: Ole Miss to Win and Cover the Spread
Ole Miss has been the more complete team this season, and with Jaxson Dart leading the way, they should be able to take care of business on the road. Look for Ole Miss to cover the -3.5-point spread against an LSU team that has shown vulnerability on defense.
Take the Rebels to cover the spread, and with both teams possessing high-powered offenses, consider the over on 64.5 total points. This game has all the makings of a shootout, and Ole Miss should come out on top in a high-scoring affair.