And so it begins - the 2025 season finally gets underway - feels like we've been waiting forever. The buzz here in Clemson right now is palpable. There's an electricity in the air for every home game, but when we get a huge game like this, the vibrations just seem to go off the charts. We've been here tailgating since yesterday with some old friends from Mandeville, LA. Yes, they're wearing their LSU gear. They brought a cooler full of Abita Springs beer and we brought a couple of full mason jars and all the food. The brisket went on the smoker at 6pm and I just pulled it off and it's sitting in peach paper in a cooler. I added the pork butt at midnight and the ribs about an hour ago. We're expecting to feed about 30 people. Everything, including the Tiger Piss Bisque (curried butternut squash soup with shrimp) that the wife made should be ready to eat in time to watch the Texas/Ohio St game on the giant 32" TV we've got set up on the tailgate. In the meantime, I'm gonna eat a tomato sandwich, drink another Turbodog, and maybe squeeze in another nap before things get really amped up. We're supposed to be going after some catfish tonight on Hartwell after the game, but I'm not sure how much I'll have left in the tank by then - getting old sucks.
Tonight, I'm looking for a close game. The focus seems to be on both of these QBs and their receivers. Honestly, both QBs could be in NYC at the Heisman ceremony come December. Both guys are seasoned and will probably be high-ish draft picks next spring. And both O-lines should be fairly strong, but I do give the edge to Clemson - since Luke took over last season, he's been developing the hogs up front and they should be ready to give Klubnik enough time to throw the ball down the field. However, finding open receivers could be a little tricky as the LSU secondary is expected to be very good this season. LSU had a great o-line last season, but they lost 4 of their guys to the NFL and now appear dependent on some other guys that haven't completely proven themselves yet. Kelly has said he's planning to use at least 8 different o-line guys in rotation - that doesn't seem like a great idea, especially against what many believe is going to be the best defensive front in all of college football. In my view, more guys rotating in and out could disrupt the offensive rythm and especially it being the first game of the season, we could see some missed blocking assignments and general confusion from the LSU boys up front.
The Clemson d-line has Woods and Parker leading the charge - these guys are quick and big, and can clog up the middle and get in the backfield in a hurry. Both are projected to be high draft picks. Overall, this group of guys under Tom Allen could be unbelievably good, and they are going to deserve a huge portion of the credit or the blame for how this season turns out. Ever since Venebles left, Tiger nation has been searching for someone who could live up to his legacy as a DC, and most of us are hopeful that Allen is that guy.
If this game stays close, it could come down to a field goal. In that case, both kickers are really good and pretty evenly matched and I wouldn't give the edge to anyone.
Overall, I'm staying away from any ML or ATS bets in this one. However, I do like the under 57 for a small play. I expect less passing yards than many of the national talking heads, and I also think both teams could struggle just a bit in the red zone. I'm thinking this is something like a 27-24 type of game.
Go Clemson!!
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And so it begins - the 2025 season finally gets underway - feels like we've been waiting forever. The buzz here in Clemson right now is palpable. There's an electricity in the air for every home game, but when we get a huge game like this, the vibrations just seem to go off the charts. We've been here tailgating since yesterday with some old friends from Mandeville, LA. Yes, they're wearing their LSU gear. They brought a cooler full of Abita Springs beer and we brought a couple of full mason jars and all the food. The brisket went on the smoker at 6pm and I just pulled it off and it's sitting in peach paper in a cooler. I added the pork butt at midnight and the ribs about an hour ago. We're expecting to feed about 30 people. Everything, including the Tiger Piss Bisque (curried butternut squash soup with shrimp) that the wife made should be ready to eat in time to watch the Texas/Ohio St game on the giant 32" TV we've got set up on the tailgate. In the meantime, I'm gonna eat a tomato sandwich, drink another Turbodog, and maybe squeeze in another nap before things get really amped up. We're supposed to be going after some catfish tonight on Hartwell after the game, but I'm not sure how much I'll have left in the tank by then - getting old sucks.
Tonight, I'm looking for a close game. The focus seems to be on both of these QBs and their receivers. Honestly, both QBs could be in NYC at the Heisman ceremony come December. Both guys are seasoned and will probably be high-ish draft picks next spring. And both O-lines should be fairly strong, but I do give the edge to Clemson - since Luke took over last season, he's been developing the hogs up front and they should be ready to give Klubnik enough time to throw the ball down the field. However, finding open receivers could be a little tricky as the LSU secondary is expected to be very good this season. LSU had a great o-line last season, but they lost 4 of their guys to the NFL and now appear dependent on some other guys that haven't completely proven themselves yet. Kelly has said he's planning to use at least 8 different o-line guys in rotation - that doesn't seem like a great idea, especially against what many believe is going to be the best defensive front in all of college football. In my view, more guys rotating in and out could disrupt the offensive rythm and especially it being the first game of the season, we could see some missed blocking assignments and general confusion from the LSU boys up front.
The Clemson d-line has Woods and Parker leading the charge - these guys are quick and big, and can clog up the middle and get in the backfield in a hurry. Both are projected to be high draft picks. Overall, this group of guys under Tom Allen could be unbelievably good, and they are going to deserve a huge portion of the credit or the blame for how this season turns out. Ever since Venebles left, Tiger nation has been searching for someone who could live up to his legacy as a DC, and most of us are hopeful that Allen is that guy.
If this game stays close, it could come down to a field goal. In that case, both kickers are really good and pretty evenly matched and I wouldn't give the edge to anyone.
Overall, I'm staying away from any ML or ATS bets in this one. However, I do like the under 57 for a small play. I expect less passing yards than many of the national talking heads, and I also think both teams could struggle just a bit in the red zone. I'm thinking this is something like a 27-24 type of game.
Pretty solid breakdown as I see it much the same. I’m an LSU fan so I’m hoping that our transfer led OL can hold off your studs upfront long enough for Nuss to take advantage of the speed we have at WR. Our defense SHOULD be much improved but I believe I speak for the entire fanbase that I have to see it to believe it. I’m hoping Perk and Whit can minimize Cades legs as I think that could be the X factor in this game. All that being said, I am expecting a low scoring close game like you and I’m just hoping my Tigers come out on top. Regardless the outcome it should be an exciting game.
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Pretty solid breakdown as I see it much the same. I’m an LSU fan so I’m hoping that our transfer led OL can hold off your studs upfront long enough for Nuss to take advantage of the speed we have at WR. Our defense SHOULD be much improved but I believe I speak for the entire fanbase that I have to see it to believe it. I’m hoping Perk and Whit can minimize Cades legs as I think that could be the X factor in this game. All that being said, I am expecting a low scoring close game like you and I’m just hoping my Tigers come out on top. Regardless the outcome it should be an exciting game.
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