Sun Sep 15 15:22:30 UTC 2024: ## LSU Snatches Victory from South Carolina in a Nail-Biting Thriller
**COLUMBIA, S.C. -** The LSU Tigers escaped a potential disaster at Williams-Brice Stadium on Saturday, edging out the South Carolina Gamecocks in a thrilling 36-33 victory. The Tigers, ranked No. 16 in the country, found themselves down by 17 points early in the game before mounting a furious comeback.
The game highlighted both strengths and weaknesses for the Tigers. While LSU’s defense stepped up to limit the damage after a pair of offensive turnovers in the fourth quarter, questions remain about the offensive line and the running back situation.
Despite a dominant performance from freshman Caden Durham, who rushed for 98 yards and two touchdowns, Coach Brian Kelly continued to favor veteran running backs, leaving some observers questioning his strategy.
“After the South Carolina game, it seemed evident to everyone that the best option at tailback for the Tigers is Durham,” noted Cory Diaz, a reporter for The Daily Advertiser. “But Kelly and offensive coordinator Joe Sloan kept pulling him off the field when it seemed like Durham was getting hot in the run game.”
The offensive line, once lauded as a potential powerhouse, has yet to live up to expectations, raising concerns about their ability to consistently pave the way for the running game.
The win came at a cost, however, as quarterback Lanorris Sellers left the game in the third quarter with a leg injury. His absence raises concerns about the depth at the quarterback position.
Despite the victory, the Tigers’ performance was described as “more ugly win than a moral victory,” highlighting the team’s vulnerability and the need for improvement.
The win over the Gamecocks keeps LSU’s record at 2-1, with a 1-0 record in SEC play. The Tigers will face the UCLA Bruins next, a challenging matchup that will provide further insight into the team’s potential this season.
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