The LSU Tigers host the Texas Longhorns on Saturday night in one of the best games of the weekend. The game will kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET.
LSU is a four-point favorite against Texas on DraftKings Sportsbook. The Longhorns are +154 to pull off the upset.
LSU vs. Texas Player Prop Best Bets
Sam Leavitt Anytime TD (+110)
Sam Leavitt has put up big numbers this season with the Tigers. LSU fans might argue that he hasn’t stepped up in the big moments against key opponents like Ole Miss and Alabama. However, the numbers show that Leavitt has had an excellent season overall. He ranks seventh in the nation in passing + rushing yards, and he is tied for 14th in passing + rushing touchdowns. Leavitt also ranks sixth in the country in QBR. This is a tough test against an elite Texas defense. Colin Simmons is expected to return, which gives Texas one of the best pass rushers in the nation.
Sam Leavitt will want to use his legs in a big game like this. However, due to Texas’ elite pass rush, he might get sacked a few times. That makes it hard to back him from a rushing yards perspective. The better way to back Leavitt’s legs is by betting on him to run for a touchdown. Leavitt has eight rushing touchdowns on the season and is always a threat to scramble for a score. Lane Kiffin should break everything out for this game, which includes some Sam Leavitt designed run calls. Between those and the scramble opportunities, Leavitt has a great chance to rush for a score in this game.
Raleek Brown Anytime TD (+105)
Raleek Brown has been Texas’ leading rusher this season. He was expected to be the backup to NC State transfer Hollywood Smothers, but injuries have derailed Smothers’ first season with the Longhorns. Brown has started to play his best football as of late. He rushed the ball a season-high 23 times for 157 yards in Texas’ big win over Ole Miss. Last week against Missouri, he had 133 scrimmage yards and two total touchdowns.
Brown has emerged as a real threat in the passing game, in addition to his rushing ability. He has caught a touchdown pass in each of his past two games. Brown should find the end zone again this week against LSU. He leads the Longhorns in touchdowns this season with eight. Texas will want to establish the run in this game. This is a terrifying road atmosphere for a mistake-prone quarterback like Arch Manning. The best way to help Manning out is by getting the run game going. Raleek Brown should get a lot of touches in this game and convert at least one for a touchdown.
