The Roll ’Bama Roll preview pits No. 9 Alabama against No. 15 LSU in Baton Rouge on November 7, 2026. After a 3‑loss slip for the Tide, LSU’s revamped offense—led by quarterback Sam Leavitt (278 yards, 2 TDs) and receiver Jackson Harris (110 yards)—looks set to exploit Alabama’s injury‑hit secondary. The Tigers boast the SEC’s top scoring offense and defense, ranking first in net EPA per play, while Alabama sits fifth. Bittner predicts a close, low‑scoring contest with LSU edging Alabama 26‑20 (or 31‑24 in a later projection). The article breaks down key stats, recent performance trends, and why LSU may finally halt the Crimson Tide’s CFP march.
ESPN’s SP+ model predicts LSU will edge Alabama 30-23 in their Week 10 showdown on Nov. 6. Both teams sit at 2-2, with Alabama ranked No. 5 and LSU No. 14 in the CFP committee poll, making the result crucial for playoff hopes. The prediction aligns with market favorites, and the game kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET in Baton Rouge.
Clay Travis, Fox News contributor and FS1 host, rebuts Indiana coach Curt Cignetti’s claim that ESPN favors the SEC. Cignetti, speaking after the College Football Playoff committee’s first top‑25—featuring ten SEC teams and six Big Ten squads—accused ESPN writers of following a “company line.” Travis counters that the rankings reflect the committee’s assessment, noting the SEC’s strong performance and his own lack of ESPN ties. He also reminds readers that the Big Ten has claimed the last three national titles and that Indiana’s 16‑0 season included a 38‑3 Rose Bowl win over Alabama, suggesting on‑field results, not media bias, dictate rankings.
Former NFL star George Wrighster predicts the College Football Playoff committee will bend the rules to keep Texas in the mix if the Longhorns fall to Missouri on Saturday. Both teams sit at 6‑2, but Texas currently sits No. 7 while Missouri is No. 18, a gap of 11 spots. Texas boasts recent wins over Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Ohio State and Tennessee, whereas Missouri’s best victory is over Texas A&M. Wrighster notes the committee once left a 9‑3 Texas team out, yet admitted a three‑loss SEC team (Alabama) made the field. A Missouri upset would test his theory as Texas battles three more games to finish 9‑3.
Urban Meyer predicts No. 2 Georgia will beat No. 10 Ole Miss on Saturday night, but only if the Rebels don’t enjoy a true home‑field advantage. He points to Georgia’s flawless 3‑0 road record (wins at Arkansas, Alabama and a neutral‑site win over Florida) and its 14.9 points‑allowed average, while noting Ole Miss’s 16‑game home streak and dominant 149‑51 scoring margin. Meyer likens the scenario to Georgia’s struggles in hostile venues like LSU and Oxford, where coach Kirby Smart is 0‑2. The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC, with Georgia favored despite the potential crowd factor.
Ed Orgeron, now Lane Kiffin’s special assistant for recruiting and defense, delivers an emotional video message to a reunion of former LSU players ahead of the Saturday showdown with Alabama. He praises the Tigers’ preparation, recalls tossing his cane after recovering from a two‑week sepsis hospitalization that kept him out of fall camp, and confirms he’ll be on the sideline for the first time since his health scare. LSU sits 6‑2 (3‑2 SEC) after a bye, while Alabama also stands 6‑2 (4‑2 SEC) with a dominant series record. The game kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
Orgeron thanks his doctors before LSU hosts Alabama.
LSU linebacker and team captain Whit Weeks is listed as doubtful for Saturday’s showdown with Alabama as he recovers from a broken fibula. Defensive tackle Stephiylan Green, however, is expected to play. On the Crimson Tide side, five starters remain questionable, adding uncertainty to the rivalry. The injury updates could shape key matchups in what promises to be a tightly contested game.
Former LSU coach Ed Orgeron reveals he spent 18 days in the hospital with life‑threatening sepsis after falling ill during preseason practice, describing how doctors "saved my life" and continued care at his home. The 65‑year‑old, who joked about dying on the field, returned to LSU duties, assisting recruiting and attending games, though he still uses a cane. He looks forward to the upcoming LSU‑Alabama rivalry on Nov. 7, with LSU 6‑2 (3‑2 SEC) after a 38‑17 win over Auburn. Orgeron's harrowing health scare adds emotional weight to the matchup.
LSU senior linebacker Whit Weeks remains sidelined for Week 10 against Alabama after fracturing his right fibula in Week 4 versus Texas A&M. Initially listed as doubtful, CBS Sports reports he is now expected to miss the game, as he still isn’t cleared to play. Weeks entered the season with 23 tackles and 2.2 TFLs in four games, following a standout 2024 campaign (125 tackles, All‑SEC first team) and a limited 2025 comeback from ankle surgery. His absence leaves the Tigers without a key defender for the SEC showdown.
LSU’s star linebacker Whit Weeks will sit out the crucial Saturday showdown with Alabama. The senior has been recovering from a leg fracture suffered on Sept. 26 against Texas A&M and has missed the last four games. Despite a hopeful outlook, CBS Sports insider Matt Zenitz confirms Weeks isn’t ready to play, leaving LSU without his 23 tackles this season. Coach Lane Kiffin opts to avoid re‑injury, with Weeks’ next possible return slated for the Nov. 14 game versus Texas.
LSU is reportedly courting former defensive mastermind Dave Aranda—who led its defense to a national title from 2016‑19—after his October 25 firing by Baylor. Sources say Aranda is already in Baton Rouge for an analyst‑type role ahead of Saturday’s clash with Alabama. LSU’s defense, now ranked fourth nationally at 258.1 yards per game, could benefit from Aranda’s scheming, especially if current coordinator Blake Baker departs for a head‑coaching job. The move would reunite Aranda with Lane Kiffin’s staff just as LSU faces Alabama, Texas, Tennessee and Arkansas in the final stretch.
Texas Longhorns lose RB Hollywood Smothers for the rest of the season after he tears his MCL in the 31-3 win over Mississippi State. Smothers, who transferred from NC State and Alabama, finished the year with 283 yards and two touchdowns on 69 carries. Backup Raleek Brown steps up with 452 yards and five scores, while freshmen Michael Terry III and Derrek Cooper provide depth. The injury adds to a growing Longhorn injury list that includes tackle Trevor Goosby and defensive standouts, forcing coach Steve Sarkisian to brace for the upcoming Missouri game and LSU trip.
The first College Football Playoff rankings drop on Tuesday, heavily favoring the SEC with ten teams in the Top 25. Georgia (2‑0) leads the SEC race after a 27‑8 win over Florida, while Indiana tops the Big Ten, Utah (3‑0) leads the Big 12, and Miami (FL) remains the ACC favorite at No. 1. Notre Dame lands an automatic bid despite a No. 11 ranking, and Boise State secures the Group of Six spot at No. 25. At‑large contenders include UCLA, Kentucky, Texas, BYU, Alabama and Ole Miss. The projected top four seeds are Miami, Georgia, Utah and Indiana, with a projected national championship featuring Georgia over Miami.
LSU could have one big advantage against Alabama this weekend.
Week 10 delivers seven top‑25 matchups, four of them in the SEC with playoff stakes. No. 5 Alabama hosts No. 14 LSU, a clash that could eliminate the Tide from contention; the preview predicts a tight LSU win, 27‑24, hinging on quarterback Sam Leavitt. Georgia (No. 2) travels to Ole Miss (No. 10), where a superior Bulldog offense should prevail 31‑24. The rest of the SEC slate includes Missouri beating Texas 24‑20, Auburn over Arkansas 27‑17, South Carolina edging Texas A&M 31‑27, Vanderbilt over Mississippi State 24‑21, Tennessee beating Kentucky 27‑24, and Florida topping Oklahoma 20‑13. These outcomes could reshape the College Football Playoff picture.
In the latest BSD preview, host Chris Lawson breaks down Penn State’s daunting road trip to Seattle, where the Nittany Lions aim for a rare cross‑country victory against Washington. After a win‑or‑lose showdown with Purdue, the show delves into Washington’s strengths, the impact of travel on Penn State’s performance, and early CFP ranking thoughts. The episode also highlights week‑9 betting lines, including BYU‑Utah and Alabama‑LSU matchups, before wrapping up with final observations.
LSU is reportedly courting former defensive coordinator Dave Aranda for an analyst role as the Tigers head into a Week 9 bye and a playoff push. Aranda, who helped shape LSU’s 2019 defense before leaving for Baylor, is back in Baton Rouge and appears interested. The move follows LSU’s recent 69-17 combined victories over Mississippi State and Auburn, and precedes Saturday’s clash with Alabama at 3:30 p.m. ET. Aranda’s tenure at Baylor included a 12‑2 season and a Sugar Bowl win, but he was fired midway through 2026 after a decline in results.
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti accuses ESPN of favoring the SEC in this week’s College Football Playoff rankings. He argues the network’s writers “march to their drum,” explaining why several two‑loss SEC teams sit high in the top 14 while Big Ten programs, including Ohio State at No. 12, are left out. The SEC boasts five two‑loss schools in the top 14, yet the Big Ten’s unbeaten UCLA trails Alabama and Texas. Cignetti notes the final 12‑team field will be decided on the field; his Hoosiers sit No. 4 and face USC on Nov. 14. The piece captures the growing debate over perceived conference bias in CFP selections.
College Football Playoff committee’s first rankings spark controversy as analyst Joel Klatt lambasts Alabama’s No. 5 spot. Klatt points out that two‑loss Alabama sits ahead of No. 7 Texas, No. 10 Ole Miss, No. 12 Ohio State and No. 13 Tennessee, despite Tennessee’s 26‑10 head‑to‑head win over Alabama two weeks earlier. He also questions the committee’s decision to rank Texas lower despite a tougher schedule and stronger victories. The debate underscores ongoing criticism of the CFP ranking process as the season heads into its final stretch.
TigerRag’s scouting report breaks down the high‑stakes showdown between No. 5 Alabama (6‑2, 4‑2 SEC) and No. 14 LSU (6‑2, 3‑2 SEC) on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 2:30 p.m. on ABC. The article examines key matchups, recent performance trends, and playoff implications, highlighting why this game is essentially a must‑win for both teams to stay in the College Football Playoff conversation.
The College Football Playoff Selection Committee releases its inaugural 2026 rankings, sparking outrage over perceived illogical placements. While Miami secures the uncontested No. 1 spot, the committee’s choice of Indiana at No. 4—despite a loss to Ohio State, overtime wins over Michigan and Minnesota, and an injured quarterback—raises eyebrows. Alabama jumps to No. 5 over Texas, and Tennessee, despite a head‑to‑head blowout win over Alabama, languishes at No. 13, highlighting inconsistent use of head‑to‑head results. Critics also note the committee’s disregard for advanced analytics like power ratings, questioning the credibility of the ranking process.
Week 10 of college football delivers high‑stakes matchups that double as NFL Draft showcases. The marquee games—Miami vs. Notre Dame and Georgia vs. Ole Miss—will shape the playoff picture, while prospects like BYU RB Wayshawn Parker, Alabama OT Jordan Seaton, and Alabama WR Jackson Harris face top defensive talent to boost their draft stock. Other key duels include Texas RB Jamal Roberts vs. Missouri LB Rasheem Biles and Missouri WR Cayden Lee vs. Texas CB Bo Mascoe. Scouts will scrutinize how these players perform in tough environments, making the weekend a must‑watch for both playoff and draft fans.
Alabama and LSU are both 6-2, and while this massive showdown isn't an SEC and CFP elimination game, yeah, it is. Here's the CFN preview and prediction.
LSU senior linebacker Whit Weeks is listed as doubtful for Saturday's high‑profile matchup against Alabama after missing the last four games with a fractured right fibula suffered on Sept. 26. The 21‑year‑old has recorded 23 tackles and a pass breakup in four appearances this season, but his return remains uncertain despite recent progress. Alabama's offense, ranked 12th nationally at 38.3 points per game, also faces several injury questions. LSU will have tight end Trey’Dez Green back, while key defenders Richard Anderson, Charles Ross and safety Dashawn Spears are out.