Here's mine:
You know these teams. They both run the ball well, they don't turn it over, and the defenses batter and hammer the opposition into submission. The one distinct advantage on the field is LSU's special teams. Whether it is a clutch kick, a punt that pins an opponent deep, or a dynamic return, this is where the Tigers get their spark in big games.
Alabama's offense can make some big plays and they will no doubt pull out all the stops in this one. Alabama's defense will dial up pressure to try and force turnovers or three and outs which is what they need. LSU takes their time to get the offense cranking and given time — just like Novocain — the Tigers ground attack piles up yards particularly late in the game.
I expect Alabama to cash in on scoring opportunities early and maybe even take a lead into the locker room at the half. LSU gets better as the game wears on though and being able to flip the field through special teams will give the Tigers just enough of an opening for them to do what they've done several times this year — surge in the second half for the win.
LSU 17, Alabama 14
Barring some called upon game with the Green Bay Packers, I predict LSU will win the BCS National Championship and will go down as one of the most deserving champions of the era based on the gauntlet it has run to get there.
Your thoughts?
We Are All TIGERS Tonight!