Birmingham News SEC predictions

[Fishhead]

The OL is good this year, probably better than last year in terms of talented starters, but not as deep in experienced players. Our best lineman, guard Will Arnold, suffered a severe injury last season and was held out of spring practice. He may not be 100% in the fall. Sophomore Ciron Black is a future All-SEC/All-American talent at left tackle. LSU can't take a lot of injuries on the line this season, but otherwise has a distinguished offensive line.

We didn't get any punts blocked last season, but special teams was LSU's weak area last season and will be again this year.

Few problems with the deep snap last year and none at all with the holder, Matt Flynn. The trouble was the lack of a kicker who could hit reliably from 50 yards--it cost us the Auburn game.

I think everyone here will agree that it was more than just the kicker that cost us that game!!