Mississippi State vs. LSU Football Prediction: Bulldogs, Tigers Open SEC Play in Death Valley

Mississippi State and LSU will play each other in the first game of SEC play on Saturday. Mississippi State is 2-0 after beating Memphis and Arizona. LSU is 1-1 after losing to Florida State in Week 1. Last year, the Tigers defeated the Bulldogs 28-25 in Starkville.

Mississippi State and LSU are playing in the SEC Championship Game at Death Valley.

Mississippi State's quarterback Will Rogers is third in the nation in yards per game (381.5), first in completions pergame (38. 5), and tied for second in touchdown passes (nine). Kelly compares the Bulldogs' offense to the Air Raid concept. LSU's defensive line is injured.

Jayden Daniels has been good at quarterback for LSU this season. John Emery Jr. is expected to return to the running game. Emeri was suspended last season and for the first two games this year due to academic issues.

Mississippi State is the more complete team on paper. The x-factor could be Death Valley and the rabid LSU fans. Night games at Tiger Stadium are difficult for any opponent.