Urban Meyer names team he likes in big LSU-Florida game
Former Florida and Ohio State coach Urban Meyer is now an analyst for FOX, and he broke down the Florida-LSU game on Saturday morning.
Last week, Meyer picked Florida to beat Auburn because the Gators had played Towson the week before, basically giving them two weeks to prep for Auburn.
This week, he gives LSU the slight edge, and for much the same reason (via 247Sports):
“This time of year, preparation’s all about practice,” he said. “What you have to take into account, No. 1, is the healthier team. No. 2, who did you play the week before? I picked Florida over Auburn last week because they played … Towson, and I know those coaches. You give a good coach like Dan Mullen and his staff time, for two weeks they practiced the entire time getting their team ready [for Auburn]. So it’s better than a bye week; a bye week, you have to give players off.
“LSU played Utah State. That means they really … they overmatched them. I can promise you those coaches worked for two weeks on this game. I’m giving the slight edge to LSU, just because of the preparation. Home-field advantage and preparation.”
Will the extra preparation time help the Tigers on Saturday night? Or, will the Gators continue their dominant run?
Both teams have been on dominant runs. One of those ends tonight. I just hope LSU isn’t overly hyped up for this one. Gotta maintain your composure and play your game.
It’s going to be a good one. Hope no injuries and refs don’t decide game. Good luck LSU
Not insanely optimistic about winning but I do love this matchup and despite the added disadvantage, I love that it is a night game. Hopefully, fun, clean and injury free football! Gators and LSU have always been similar teams in opposite divisions. Hate all you want but we are basically twins separated at birth
I’m just glad it’s finally here. So much hype. I’m exhausted already. Good luck Gators. Let’s do this Tigers.