Through 3 Quarters

Only one more quarter stands between the LSU Tigers and the victory they were favored to collect going into this night. It's looking more and more like their high-powered offense is just too much for the South Carolina Gamecocks as LSU lead 45-17.

LSU has been relying on QB TJ Finley, who has passed for two TDs and 230 yards on 19 attempts in addition to punching in one rushing touchdown, and WR Terrace Marshall Jr., who was on the other end of those TDs and has tacked on 88 yards receiving. One of the most thrilling moments was Marshall Jr.'s 51-yard TD reception in the second quarter. Speaking of playmakers, WR Trey Palmer went all the way with a kickoff return for touchdown in the third quarter.

USC has been riding high on the performance of RB Kevin Harris, who has rushed for two TDs and 126 yards on 12 carries.

Who's Playing

South Carolina @ LSU

Current Records: South Carolina 1-2; LSU 1-2

What to Know

The LSU Tigers will be returning home after a two-game road trip. Their bye week comes to an end as they meet up with the South Carolina Gamecocks at 7 p.m. ET at Tiger Stadium Saturday. USC will be strutting in after a win while LSU will be stumbling in from a defeat.

Two weeks ago, LSU was within a late touchdown of stealing the victory, but they took the "L" against the Missouri Tigers 45-41. If the result catches you off guard, it should: LSU was far and away the favorite. WR Terrace Marshall Jr. put forth a good effort for the losing side as he caught 11 passes for three TDs and 235 yards. Myles Brennan's 75-yard touchdown toss to Marshall Jr. in the third quarter made for one of the most memorable moments of the day.

Meanwhile, the Gamecocks beat the Auburn Tigers 30-22 last week. USC can attribute much of their success to RB Kevin Harris, who punched in two rushing touchdowns.

LSU and USC now sit at an identical 1-2. Two stats to keep an eye on: LSU enters the matchup having picked the ball off four times, good for 10th in the nation. But USC ranks ninth in the nation when it comes to thrown interceptions, with only one on the season. We'll see which of these strengths -- offense or defense -- will win out.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 7 p.m. ET
  • Where: Tiger Stadium -- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  • TV: ESPN
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $28.00

Odds

The Tigers are a 4.5-point favorite against the Gamecocks, according to the latest college football odds.

Bettors have moved against the Tigers slightly, as the game opened with the Tigers as a 6.5-point favorite.

Over/Under: -109

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Series History

LSU won the only game these two teams have played in the last six years.

  • Oct 10, 2015 - LSU 45 vs. South Carolina 24