College Football: Buy or sell top 25 teams as National Title contenders

TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 8: Head coach Dabo Swinney of the Clemson Tigers, left, and head coach Nick Saban of the Alabama Crimson Tide pose for a photograph after speaking to members of the media during the College Football Playoff National Championship Head Coaches Press Conference on January 8, 2017 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images) /

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As long as the LSU Tigers cannot figure out the offense then they will not be able to win the SEC West. However, first year offensive coordinator Matt Canada could change things around after a failed tenure with Cam Cameron.

Quarterback Danny Etling tossed 11 touchdowns and five interceptions last year. Yet, running back Derrius Guice is the star of the team, rushing for nearly 1,500 yards and 16 touchdowns in the absence of Leonard Fournette. Wide receiver D.J. Chark could be in for a big year as well if Etling can find his way.

If LSU wants to contend the defense will have to be as good as usual. Arden Key and Donte Jackson are two of the best defenders in the SEC and have to lead the defense at all levels. There’s been much talk as to how good Key can be. His upside is reportedly as high as the becoming the No. 1 overall pick in next year’s NFL Draft.

With Auburn and Alabama looking so good heading into the 2017, things do not look very good in terms of LSU’s chances to contend.

Verdict: Sell

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