LSU vs. Arkansas Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The LSU Tigers will look to avoid getting upset on the road tonight when they take on the Arkansas Razorbacks. Can Garrett Nussmeier and the Tigers emerge unscathed in this showdown with the Hogs? Matt McCuen provides his prediction and pick against the spread for LSU vs. Arkansas.
Matt McCuen - October 19, 2024, 1:33 PM EDT
4 minLSU vs. Arkansas Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The LSU Tigers and the Arkansas Razorbacks will compete in an SEC showdown on Saturday night.
LSU and Arkansas make up one of the best rivalries in college football. This matchup dates back to December 6, 1901. LSU won that matchup 15-0. The Tigers set the tone for the series, leading the all-time matchup 44-23-2.
LSU begins the contest ranked 8th in the nation with a record of 5-1. Brian Kelly’s squad has won five consecutive games since losing their season opener against USC in a thriller.
The likelihood of LSU reaching the postseason would skyrocket with a win today. Despite being the highest-ranked and better team, the Tigers know they will be tested on the road today.
LSU vs. Arkansas Odds
- Spread: LSU -2.5 (-110), Arkansas +2.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 57.5 (-110), U 57.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: LSU (-135), Arkansas (+115)
The LSU spread opened at -4.5 before falling down to just -2.5 in the last few days. Despite 75% of spread tickets on LSU, the spread has continued to crash towards Arkansas. The Hogs have already taken down top-10 Tennessee at home this year as a big underdog, and the oddsmakers are respecting their ability to move the ball and cause problems for LSU.
LSU vs. Arkansas Date, Time, and Where To Watch
- Date: October 19, 2024
- Time: 7:00 pm ET
- Where To Watch: ESPN
LSU vs. Arkansas Prediction
Garrett Nussmeier leads the team with 1,989 passing yards, 18 touchdowns, and six interceptions.
Caden Durham leads the ground game with 281 yards and three touchdowns.
Louisiana native Kaden Lacy has been the top target, racking up 463 yards and six touchdowns.
Arkansas begins the contest unranked with a 4-2 record. The Razorbacks would love nothing more than to knock off their rival at home tonight. This Arkansas squad already had a big win on its resume when they took down Tennessee a couple of weeks ago in Razorback Stadium. A win today would be crucial for a program that has struggled the past few seasons.
Boise State transfer Taylen Green leads the offense with 1,502 yards passing yards and nine total touchdowns.
Ja’Quinden Jackson leads the ground game with 566 yards and ten touchdowns.
Andrew Armstrong leads the squad with 552 receiving yards.
LSU vs. Arkansas Pick
- Pick: LSU -3 -110 Click here for the latest LSU vs. Arkansas odds
We will ride with the Tigers on the road tonight.
LSU has been playing incredible football over the last month.
The Tigers' offense will be too explosive for Arkansas to slow down tonight.
Arkansas is not built to play from behind, as it is a run-first offense.
The game script and tempo favor the Tigers to cover the spread tonight.
