LSU vs Texas A&M prediction, betting odds, spread, preview

LSU closes out a roller-coaster 2023 season on Saturday against one of its newest rivals, the Texas A&M Aggies. Tiger Stadium will play host to what's sure to be the final Thanksgiving weekend rivalry game between these two schools. The Tigers have a lot on the line with a 10-win season still on the cards and Jayden Daniels' Heisman Trophy campaign in full swing.

The Tigers' final regular season showdown of the 2023 season is set to kick off at 11 a.m. CT from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. ESPN will carry the national broadcast with Bob Wischusen and Robert Griffin III on the call.

Let's take a closer look at the odds, highlight a pick and make a prediction for this hugely important conference clash:

Texas A&M Aggies (7-4) at LSU Tigers (8-3)

Time/TV: 11 a.m. (ESPN)

Spread: LSU -11.5

Over/Under: 66.5

Moneyline: LSU -430, Texas A&M +328

TOP PICK

Texas A&M-LSU OVER 66.5 total points (-110 at Caesars Sportsbook)

What do you get when you mix the best offense in college football with the 103rd-ranked total defense? A frustrating — yet profitable — football team.

The LSU Tigers have compiled an 8-3 overall record on the season, largely due to their dismal defense. However, the Bayou Bengals have been a favorite among the betting community because of their consistency.

Brian Kelly's squad has seen the over cash in 10 of its 11 games this season. While last week's over/under line of 73.5 points was a bit rich for many (myself included), we're dipping back into this profitable pool.

Texas A&M will come out inspired — as it did last season — against its bitter rival under interim coach Elijah Robinson. The Aggies should have no issue continuing to look good on offense with quarterback Jaylen Henderson leading the way against a bad LSU unit that is desperate to put this season behind it.

Even though Texas A&M will be the best defense that the Tigers have played to date, Jayden Daniels and Co. are still capable of putting up a lot of points. They boast the nation's No. 1 scoring offense at 46.8 points per game. This is the complete antithesis of the defense, which gives up 27.55 points per game.

Is the recipe for more than 67 points becoming clearer now? This game will feature a plethora of big plays, which should tip the scales in favor of the over.

Prediction: LSU 38, Texas A&M 30 (Over 66.5)