Poor Choices on a Throw-Away Play Cost LSU OL First Half Against Ole Miss
In college football, discipline is as important as talent. A single lapse in judgment can swing the momentum of a game, derail a drive, or, as LSU just discovered, sideline a crucial player at the worst possible time. The Tigers’ latest victory was supposed to build momentum heading into their highly anticipated road clash with Ole Miss. Instead, a poor decision on a meaningless throw-away play left LSU with an offensive lineman suspended for the first half next weekend — a setback that could prove costly in one of the SEC’s most pivotal matchups.
The Incident
The play in question came late in LSU’s most recent outing. The Tigers were comfortably ahead, the outcome no longer in doubt, and all that remained was to run out the clock. Rather than kneeling the ball and walking off the field cleanly, emotions boiled over.
An unnecessary scuffle broke out following a routine snap. In the middle of it, LSU’s offensive lineman was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct. Officials, quick to maintain control, not only penalized LSU but also ejected the lineman. Under NCAA rules, that ejection carries over, meaning he will miss the first half of the Tigers’ next game — a critical showdown at Ole Miss.
Why It Hurts
A Pattern of Discipline Issues
Impact on the Ole Miss Matchup
Next Man Up
The Fan Reaction
Lessons to Learn
The Bigger Picture
Conclusion
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