CFB insider reveals LSU’s expected QB plan against Oklahoma
By Luke Greco
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Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports reports that LSU is likely to start Michael Van Buren Jr. at quarterback for its matchup against No. 8 Oklahoma in its final game of the regular season.
The Tigers turned to Van Buren when quarterback Garrett Nussmeier left LSU’s game against Alabama on Nov. 8 with an abdominal injury. As a starter, Van Buren is 2-0.
Van Buren went 21 of 31 for 221 yards and 1 touchdown in his first career start as the LSU QB against Arkansas. He followed that up by going 25 of 42 for 202 yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception in LSU’s most recent game against Western Kentucky. LSU won 13-10.
LSU opens up as a 9-point underdog in its matchup against Oklahoma.
This season has been one to forget for many Tigers fans. LSU had huge expectations heading into the season, and ending the year with Van Buren as their quarterback was not what many Tigers fans expected.
For many fans, this season couldn’t end any faster, but LSU does have the chance to ruin Oklahoma’s season as well. With a win, Oklahoma is likely to make the College Football Playoff and continue its season. However, with a loss to LSU, the Sooners will likely not make the CFP, and their season will be over.
