- Matchup: LSU Tigers vs Vanderbilt Commodores
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Venue: FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, TN
- Broadcast: ABC
- Betting Line: Commodores favored by 2.5 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 49
This page may include affiliate links at no extra cost to you, thanks for your support.
This weekend, the LSU Tigers (5-1) will visit FirstBank Stadium to face the Vanderbilt Commodores (5-1) on October 18, 2025. The Commodores open as slight favorites, with a point spread of 2.5. The over/under for this clash is set at 49 points.
The LSU Tigers have been impressive this season, holding a record of 5-1. Their most recent game was a victory over the South Carolina Gamecocks, where they secured a 20-10 win. In that encounter, LSU allowed 193 rushing yards on 45 attempts, giving up an average of 4.3 yards per carry. The Tigers’ defense also allowed 15 completions out of 27 attempts, resulting in 124 passing yards and a completion percentage of 55.6%. LSU executed a total of 63 plays, amassing 420 total yards. On the ground, LSU rushed 30 times for 166 yards, averaging an impressive 5.5 yards per carry.
Defensively, LSU ranks 5th in the country, allowing just 11.8 points per game. They concede an average of 3.2 yards per carry, totaling 102.5 rushing yards allowed per game over the season. In total, they’ve relinquished 615 rushing yards in six games. In the air, the Tigers have allowed 1,167 passing yards, ranking them 40th nationally, with opponents completing 58.0% of their passes. Overall, they give up an average of 297.0 yards per game, placing them 21st in Division 1, with 4 touchdowns allowed each on the ground and through the air.
The Vanderbilt Commodores also hold a record of 5-1 this season. In their latest match, they suffered a defeat to the Alabama Crimson Tide, losing 30-14. The Commodores managed to achieve 7.1 yards per carry, finishing with 135 rushing yards on 19 attempts while totaling 333 yards on 55 plays, averaging 6.1 yards per play. The secondary of Vanderbilt experienced a rough outing, allowing a completion percentage of 74.2%, giving up 340 yards on 23 completions out of 31 attempts. On the ground, they yielded 146 yards from 38 rushing attempts, averaging 3.8 yards per carry.
Vanderbilt averages an impressive 467.5 yards per game, ranking them 19th in Division 1. This commitment includes 408 penalty yards accrued from 44 infractions, placing them 28th nationally in conceding penalties. They average 208.7 rushing yards per outing and have whipped up a remarkable 1,252 rushing yards this season. The Commodores have thrown 4 interceptions and allowed 2 fumbles to be recovered by opponents, accumulating 147 first downs. Offensively, they sit 7th in college football with an average of 43.2 points scored per game. Vanderbilt has amassed 1,553 passing yards so far, averaging 258.8 passing yards per game, which ranks 47th on the national scale.
Defensively, the Commodores have given up 545 rushing yards (90.8 yards per game) and have allowed 3 ground touchdowns this season. Through the air, 11 touchdowns have been conceded alongside 222.5 yards per game, placing them 69th in college football. They have yielded a total of 116 points this season. The Vanderbilt defense has created 6 fumbles and 4 interceptions, participating in 369 plays, which ranks them 29th in Division 1. Currently, their defense allows an average of 19.3 points per game, standing at 36th nationally.
Who will emerge victorious in this exciting matchup between the Tigers and Commodores this Saturday?
Predicted Outcome: Choose the Tigers +2.5
Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you sign up or make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission always at no extra cost to you. Thanks for helping us keep this site running.
