LSU Football: 3 keys to victory vs. Auburn in Week 9

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 12: Grant Delpit #7 of the LSU Tigers tries for an interception against Freddie Swain #16 of the Florida Gators at Tiger Stadium on October 12, 2019 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Marianna Massey/Getty Images)
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 12: Grant Delpit #7 of the LSU Tigers tries for an interception against Freddie Swain #16 of the Florida Gators at Tiger Stadium on October 12, 2019 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Marianna Massey/Getty Images)
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BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA – OCTOBER 12: Justin Jefferson #2 of the LSU Tigers warms up prior to the game against the Florida Gators at Tiger Stadium on October 12, 2019 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Marianna Massey/Getty Images)
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA – OCTOBER 12: Justin Jefferson #2 of the LSU Tigers warms up prior to the game against the Florida Gators at Tiger Stadium on October 12, 2019 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Marianna Massey/Getty Images)

2. Feed Justin Jefferson

Justin Jefferson has been Joe Burrow’s favorite target in 2019. One of the most dynamic and prolific offensive weapons in the country, Justin Jefferson has caused headaches for opposing defenses. Jefferson comes into Saturday’s game with nine touchdowns and over 750 receiving yards in a season for the ages.

The wide receiver is going to play a huge role no matter what happens against Auburn. If Auburn wants to shut Jefferson down, they will have to add a safety or play heavy zone defense to defend against the receiver. If Jefferson doesn’t get touches, you know he is allowing others to get open just the same.

LSU’s offense is going to run through Jefferson and his name will get called a ton. It is important to keep him in the game plan throughout the game on Saturday. As long as No. 2 is catching passes, LSU has a great shot to win this road matchup.