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Texas vs. LSU odds, picks, predictions: Sharp-money bets for Saturday night SEC blockbuster

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Leboff, M. (2026, November 14). Texas vs. LSU odds, picks, predictions: Sharp-money bets for Saturday night SEC blockbuster. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/11/14/betting/texas-vs-lsu-odds-picks-predictions-college-football-best-bets-for-sec-blockbuster/

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New York Post · collected 2026-11-14 · by Michael Leboff

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The article discusses the upcoming college football game between Texas and LSU, focusing on the recent performance of both teams. Texas has rebounded strongly after early-season losses, while LSU's recent loss to Alabama was seen as more due to poor execution rather than a decline in ability. The piece highlights the strengths of both teams' defensive units, suggesting that the game could be low-scoring. The author predicts that the total points scored will be under 45.5, betting at -110 odds on DraftKings.
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On November 14, 2026, the No. 8 Texas Longhorns faced the No. 24 LSU Tigers in a crucial college football matchup in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Texas, with a record of 7-2, sought to bolster their case for a College Football Playoff (CFP) berth, while LSU, at 6-3, aimed to rebound from a disappointing 31-13 loss to Alabama the previous week. LSU coach Lane Kiffin, under scrutiny following the loss, viewed the game as an opportunity to reassure his fans and team. Texas, despite some inconsistent play earlier in the season, had won three consecutive games and was on a roll, including a 34-20 victory over Missouri. A win for Texas would significantly enhance their playoff credentials, while LSU needed a strong performance to revive their playoff hopes.

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New York PostThis outlet14 Nov

The article discusses the upcoming college football game between Texas and LSU, focusing on the recent performance of both teams. Texas has rebounded strongly after early-season losses, while LSU's recent loss to Alabama was seen as more due to poor execution rather than a decline in ability. The piece highlights the strengths of both teams' defensive units, suggesting that the game could be low-scoring. The author…

Texas vs. LSU odds, picks, predictions: Sharp-money bets for Saturday night SEC blockbuster (this article)
Fox News14 Nov

Betr is offering new users a promo code FOXNEWS to receive $200 in bonuses and four free picks for any college football game, including the upcoming Texas-LSU matchup on November 14, 2026. The article provides details on how to sign up and claim the offer, as well as insights into the Texas-LSU game, including betting odds and specific picks for the game.

Betr Promo Code FOXNEWS: Unlock $200 in Bonuses and 4 Free Picks for Any CFB Game Including Texas-LSU →2 articles from Fox News on this story
Toronto Star12 Nov

No. 8 Texas will play No. 24 LSU in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, aiming to solidify its College Football Playoff credentials. LSU, coached by Lane Kiffin, seeks to quiet critics after a loss to Alabama and prove its worth against a top-10 opponent. Texas quarterback Arch Manning, a native of Louisiana, faces a formidable LSU defense that ranks third in sacks with 36 this season.

No. 8 Texas aims to firm up CFP credentials at No. 24 LSU while Kiffin seeks to quiet critics →

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“While both articles discuss the upcoming Texas vs. LSU football game, they describe different aspects of the event and its context, not the same specific occurrence.”
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Leans strongly right Hedges 6 of 40 claims Outlet record 67/100
“The articles discuss the build-up to and the importance of the same upcoming football game between LSU and Texas, but they are not reporting on the same specific event or incident. Article A focuses on the hype and pressure for LSU ahead of the game, while Article B discusses the sharp turn in Texas's season and their current form leading into the game.”
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Hedges 2 of 22 claims Outlet record 67/100
“While both articles discuss the upcoming Texas vs. LSU game, they cover different aspects of the event (betting tips vs. team performance and predictions).”
Toronto Star
Hedges 3 of 39 claims Outlet record 64/100
“Article A discusses the upcoming game between Texas and LSU on November 12, while Article B focuses on Texas's recent performance and the odds for the game on November 14.”

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Texas LSU Football Matchup
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Michael Leboff
133 article(s) here · 1 carrying a prediction
And a win over LSU on Saturday would all but guarantee the Longhorns a spot at the College Football Playoff. Texas vs. LSU odds, prediction Speaking of right turns, it was hard to see LSU’s performance against Alabama last weekend coming.
That defense will be put to the test on Saturday against USC, which is coming off a season-saving (and coach-saving) win over Ohio State last time out.
The Bulldogs are the new No. 1 after a win over Ole Miss, but Missouri is not an easy opponent, and the Tigers will relish the chance to upend Georgia’s season on Saturday.
Nobody in August would have had Wake Forest vs. SMU pegged as one of the most important games of the college football season, but alas, that’s where this crazy season has taken us.
Houston vs. Colorado odds, prediction Willie Fritz’s Cougars are going to be convinced they’re still in the College Football Playoff chase.
Everybody knew that Dianna Russini’s options for a comeback would be limited given the circumstances of her dismissal from The Athletic, but you’d be hard-pressed to find anybody who would have predicted her landing spot would be an offshore sportsbook.
A win over Newcastle on Monday would put some breathing room between Everton and the drop, but that’s far from a given.
Lincoln Riley’s seat at USC is getting hotter by the minute, and a loss to Wisconsin last time out may eventually be the proverbial final nail in the coffin, but
They are two-score favorites over UNC on Saturday, but they will also likely have one eye on Week 10 when they take on Notre Dame in one of the biggest games of the season. 21
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And a win over LSU on Saturday would all but guarantee the Longhorns a spot at the College Football Playoff. Texas vs. LSU odds, prediction Speaking of right turns, it was hard to see LSU’s performance against Alabama last weekend coming.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-11-14
And a win over LSU on Saturday would all but guarantee the Longhorns a spot at the College Football Playoff. Texas vs. LSU odds, prediction Speaking of right turns, it was hard to see LSU’s performance against Alabama last weekend coming.

Claims (15 extracted, 2 hedged)

There have been plenty of sharp right turns in the college football season, but perhaps none have been more stark than what we’ve seen from the Texas Longhorns. asserted
we → see → Longhorns
After starting the season with a bang, all hope seemed lost in Austin after consecutive losses to Oklahoma and Florida. asserted
hope → start → Oklahoma
There was talk of things turning toxic between Steve Sarkisian and Arch Manning, and a tough schedule awaited. asserted
schedule → be → Sarkisian
Instead of wilting, the Longhorns have completely turned things around. asserted
Longhorns → wilt → things
Convincing wins over Ole Miss Mississippi State, and Missouri have Texas back in the fight for the SEC Championship. asserted
wins → have → Championship
And a win over LSU on Saturday would all but guarantee the Longhorns a spot at the College Football Playoff. Texas vs. LSU odds, prediction Speaking of right turns, it was hard to see LSU’s performance against Alabama last weekend coming. asserted
performance → guarantee → Alabama
The Crimson Tide are a terrific team, but the Bayou Bengals were six-point favorites and got walloped, 31-13. asserted
Bengals → wallop → ?
As ugly as the result was, the box score suggested that LSU deserved better. uncertain
LSU → suggest → ?
The Tigers outgained Alabama, 457 to 285, but they went 0-for-4 on fourth down and had a minus-two turnover differential. asserted
they → outgaine → differential
Nobody is going to overcome that. asserted
Nobody → go → that
LSU’s defense has trended down some over the past few weeks, but SP+ still ranks the Tigers No. 9 in the country and they rank fifth in yards per play allowed. asserted
they → trend → play
You would have loved more stops against Alabama, but the Tigers still held them under 300 yards of total offense, so you can’t pin that one on Blake Baker’s D corps. asserted
you → love → corps
Get the lowdown on the Best USA Sports Betting Sites and Apps - Check out the best sports betting sites and apps Texas has been sensational without the ball this season, ranking fourth in SP+ and first in yards per play allowed (4.0). Both defenses will face stiff tests under the lights in Death Valley on Saturday, but neither has given us much reason for pause. Bettors and fans may default to thinking that a game featuring Lane Kiffin, Manning, Sarkisian and Sam Leavitt will be full of offensive fireworks, but given the stakes and the defenses at play, this could be a low-event contest. uncertain
this → get → play
The Play: Under 45.5 points (-110, DraftKings) Michael Leboff is a long-suffering Islanders fan, but a long-profiting sports bettor with 10 years of experience in the gambling industry. asserted
Leboff → suffer → industry
He loves using game theory to help punters win bracket pools, find long shots, and learn how to beat the market in mainstream and niche sports. asserted
punters → use → sports
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