The LSU Tigers won their home game over the Vanderbilt Commodores 24-17 in Week 13 SEC action. The game had a balanced attack from the Tigers and saw running back Josh Williams lead the way with three rushing touchdowns as well. This game will not mean much for the SEC standings or the College Football Playoff but will showcase their preparation.
The Commodores (6-5, 3-4 SEC) stepped up and kept this game close but ultimately fell short. They already clinched a bowl game appearance and this is a massive step for the program this season. The Tigers (7-4, 4-3) are continuing to look sharp and played well throughout the game as they dominated offensively.
Let’s look at the box score for this game and discuss how the game went.
Vanderbilt vs. LSU box score
Vanderbilt vs. LSU box score
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Vanderbilt vs. LSU Game Summary
The Vanderbilt Commodores were able to compete despite not being too effective offensively as they had 13 total first downs in the game thanks to being just 2-of-10 on third downs and 2-of-3 on fourth down. The team had 308 total yards (186 passing, 122 rushing).
Vandy moved the ball effectively with 7.8 yards per pass attempt and 5.1 yards per rushing attempt. With only three penalties committed, they placed themselves in a great position to be successful, but it just was not enough.
The LSU Tigers played great on the offensive side of the game as they went 8-of-13 on third down and 1-of-2 on fourth downs for 27 total first downs. The team was able to have quarterback Garrett Nussmeier throw for 9.0 yards per pass attempt and run effectively for 32 carries with 139 yards (4.3 yards per attempt).
LSU played well and with maintaining possession for 34:43 in this game, they controlled the game and ultimately won.
Below is the scoring breakdown for this game.
- 12:49 1Q: Diego Pavia 63 Yard Passing TD to Quincy Skinner Jr | 7-0 Vanderbilt
- 8:17 1Q: Josh Williams 20 Yard Rushing TD | 7-7
- 0:51 2Q: Josh Williams 21 Yard Rushing TD | 14-7 LSU
- 8:26 3Q: Brock Taylor 47 Yard Field Goal | 14-10 LSU
- 3:32 3Q: Garrett Nussmeier 12 Yard Passing TD to Kyren Lacy | 21-10 LSU
- 10:41 4Q: Damian Ramos 28 Yard Field Goal | 24-10 LSU
- 5:47 4Q: Diego Pavia 1 Yard Rushing TD | 24-17 LSU
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