LSU Faces Auburn After Tigers’ Georgia Upset

LSU, 5-2 after a 31-0 win over Mississippi State, travels to Auburn, which upset No. 2 Georgia 27-24 on a walk-off field goal; LSU is seeking its first road win, while Auburn aims for consecutive victories over ranked opponents. Auburn has allowed 23 sacks, a potential opportunity for LSU’s pass rush, though its offensive line improved against Georgia; mobile quarterback Byrum Brown and Auburn’s run-oriented attack remain challenges for LSU’s defense. LSU receiver Jackson Harris expects to play after an ankle injury and had three touchdowns against Mississippi State, while tight end Trey’Dez Green remains out. Coach Lane Kiffin says LSU needs greater consistency and must focus on its preparation, including avoiding turnovers, penalties and other mistakes at noisy Jordan-Hare Stadium; he has also warned of a possible emotional letdown for Auburn after its upset win. LSU has lost close road games to Ole Miss and Kentucky, and the Auburn matchup begins a difficult stretch that includes Alabama, Texas and Tennessee.