BCS National Championship Film Study -- Would LSU Quarterback Jarrett Lee Have Made a Difference?

Lee was strapped up, ready to go on Jan. 9th.
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LSU fans are reeling the Tigers got their "ass whopped" by Alabama. After the BCS National Championship Game, I have never heard the term "ass-whipping" more in my life. But the Crimson Tide openend every canned flavor of "Whoop-Ass" ever made on the Tigers in the Superdome. I could name more kinds of "Whoop-Ass" flavors the Crimson Tide opened up on Jan. 9th than Bubba Blue could name kinds of shrimp in "Forrest Gump."


After the game, I saw the grounds crew of the Superdome having to scrub the chalk outlines of the LSU offensive line off the turf. Thank goodness the red confetti covered it quickly so it wouldn't be more evident at first. Alabama's defensive front manhandled LSU in the trenches.


The main questions circling around fans is Les Miles' decision not to insert Jarrett Lee after Jordan Jefferson's horrific first half against the Crimson Tide. Horrendous play calling aside, Jefferson sucked. Miles said the pass rush was going to be too much of an issue for Lee. Maybe these next few stats will help make things a little clearer for this quarterback dilema. 

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LSU Needs Jordan Jefferson to Beat Alabama

Lee & Jefferson have worked the two-QB system to perfection.
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LSU not only needs "swag" to beat Alabama, they need "Jefferswag." 


Starting quarterback Jarrett Lee has been phenomenal. Thirteen touchdown passes and only one interception is quite a feat for a quarterback who used to have problems with throwing the football to the wrong team. 


Lee has been the field general for this offense and continues to impress with his ability to throw the football on time. Since Jefferson's return to the team, he has been a force running the ball and has passed rather efficiently. 


But this Alabama defense is a different animal. They do everything right. They don't miss tackles. When they do hit you, they make it count with bone crushing blows. 


That's why LSU needs Jefferson. 

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KLSU Sports Interview With LSU Cornerback Morris Claiborne

I caught up with LSU cornerback Morris Claiborne after practice for a quick interview for 91.1 KLSU fm. 


Morris walked me through his interception versus Tennessee, what Patrick Peterson told him about the interception and his thoughts on not facing Cam Newton against Auburn on Saturday.


CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW.


Listen to the "LSU Pregame Tailgate Show" Friday at 11:30 am and "Out of Bounds" Sunday night at 6 pm CT on 91.1 KLSU fm or www.klsuradio.fm. Follow KLSU Sports on Twitter @KLSUsports. 



Past Interviews Include:
LSU Punter Brad Wing
Former Saints Running Back Deuce McAllister 
LSU Cornerback Tharold Simon 
LSU Center T-Bob Hebert & Safety Eric Reid

Auburn Wins First BCS Title, But Was Dyer Down?

Auburn finally earned their first crystal ball after an undefeated season.

The Tigers defeated the Oregon Ducks 22-19 in one of the best National Championship games in the sport's history Monday night.

But did the heavily criticized Big Ten officiating crew make a mistake on the game's most controversial play?

Freshman running back Michael Dyer, as I predicted before the game (shameless promotion), played the game of his life. His long runs on the game's final drive proved to be the difference for the Tigers. But was he down on his 37 yard scamper deep into Oregon territory?

MockSession.com investigated the run with this in-depth video....



What do you guys think? Was he down? Was Arkansas tight end D.J. Williams down?

HKT would love to hear your thoughts. Not like there isn't enough drama going on in the SEC or anything.

BCS National Championship Prediction

Fairley will pile-drive the opponent.
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The game is only a few hours away, but here a few thoughts and a prediction for the BCS National Championship Game...

The game needs to be moved before NFL wildcard weekend. 


There is little doubt in my mind that the game has lost a little bit of its luster now that the game will be played after a spectacular weekend in NFL games.

And this game has been dragged on for too long. I can't count how many times I've heard players complaining that the game can't come soon enough.

LET'S PLAY FOOTBALL ALREADY!!!

Auburn defensive tackle Nick Fairley is being overhyped for this game.

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"Out of Bounds" -- (Guest) Barrett Sallee of College Football News

Join the KLSU Sports staff tonight at 6 pm CT on "Out of Bounds" on 91.1 KLSU. You can listen live on 91.1 fm or at our live stream on the website.

SEC football columnist Barrett Sallee from CollegeFootballNews.com will join us to recap this weekend's action. He will also give us a preview of the Iron Bowl and Battle of the Boot next weekend.

The KLSU Sports team will also dig into the Hornets, Saints and other news in the world of sports.

My Take on Newton ALLEGATIONS

Newton deserves the Heisman. Period.
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Notice I capitalize the word ALLEGATIONS. And notice I just capitalized the word in my last sentence.

In this country, we are innocent until PROVEN guilty. That means clear, objective evidence. So for you LSU fans that believe these allegations will magically vacate Auburn's victories this year and push LSU higher in the rankings.

I don't cover Auburn for a living nor do I know much about this situation. But here are two people you need to listen to for a clear view on the story:

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LSU vs Auburn Postgame -- Cameron Newton

Cameron Newton speaks to the media after Auburn's 24-17 victory over LSU.

Jefferson, Peterson -- Auburn Postgame Pressers

Jordan Jefferson comments on the two quarterback system after LSU's tough 24-17 loss versus Auburn.



Patrick Peterson says there is still hope in LSU's season after a tough 24-17 loss to Auburn.

Defending Cameron Newton -- LSU vs Auburn Prediction

Is Newton the best player in college football?
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LSU has faced their fare share of mobile quarterbacks this season and have superb in defending them. But when the Tigers face the Tigers, they will be facing a whole new animal.

Cameron Newton is "not your average" quarterback. Many thought another Tim Tebow wouldn't come for at least a decade, but college football fans are seeing that Newton is special.


LSU's "not your average" cornerback Patrick Peterson knows is too.


"6-6. He's running about... I'm going to say a 4.4 (forty-yard dash), strong arm. What else can you say?"

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LSU vs Auburn Preview -- Bayou Bengals Thoughts on Cam Newton

On Saturday, the LSU defense will have their hands full with Heisman candidate Cam Newton. LSU have had success defending mobile quarterbacks, so this week at HKT we will break down those games and what the Bayou Bengals need to do to shut down the hottest player in college football.

Here are Patrick Peterson, Jarrett Lee and Stevan Ridley's thoughts on Newton. Later this week I will share what Kelvin Sheppard, who many consider the quarterback of the defense, thinks about the gunslinger. (Or you can visit the YouTube page and watch it now.)



LSU cornerback Patrick Peterson talks about the LSU secondary and Auburn Heisman hopeful Cam Newton.



LSU quarterback Jarrett Lee talks about what makes Auburn quarterback Cam Newton special.



LSU running back Stevan Ridley talks about Auburn quarterback Cam Newton and getting ready to play in the plains.

Three Things to Look For -- LSU vs McNeese State Prediction

Good football teams run good fake field goals
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LSU Football is undefeated. They played two of the best games of the SEC season over in as many weeks and now has received much national attention.

But the national media aren't sold on the Tigers as a real national title contender because of how they have been winning. Yet if LSU remain unblemished, they will remain in the Top 10 of all polls.

LSU welcomes in the 2-3 McNeese State Cowboys to Tiger Stadium. Here are three things to look for...

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