The LSU Tigers (9-4) are set to face the Baylor Bears (6-6) in the highly anticipated Texas Bowl, scheduled for January 4, 2024, at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Kickoff is slated for 8:00 PM ET with coverage available on ESPN. This matchup marks the first meeting between the two teams since the Tigers’ 64-0 triumph in 2003. The Tigers head into the contest after a solid season, finishing third in the SEC West and ranked No. 23 in the final AP Poll. Coach Brian Kelly lauded his team, stating, ‘We finished strong and earned this opportunity,’ and noted that the players are eager to showcase their talents on a big stage. On the other side, Baylor, coached by former LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda, ended their season with a .500 record. With a strong defensive background, Aranda remarked, ‘We are looking forward to putting up a fight against a formidable LSU team.’ The betting odds suggest LSU as a significant favorite, with a spread of -7, while the over/under is set at 65. Both teams are aiming to finish their seasons on a high note, with players and coaching staff focused on the importance of the game for building momentum heading into the next season. Fans are eagerly anticipating the clash of these two programs, each with something to prove.
LSU Tigers Prepare to Face Baylor Bears in the Texas Bowl Showdown
