Social media reacts to LSU’s big win vs. Mississippi State in SEC opener
The Tigers got a crucial division win to kick off SEC play on Saturday night, defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs in Baton Rouge as a home underdog.
LSU looked a bit sluggish offensively in the first half, but it got things going in the second half, outgaining the Bulldogs 271-105 in the final 30 minutes. It also outscored MSU 24-3 in the second half thanks to a 21-point first quarter.
It wasn’t pretty at times, and there are still aspects of the performance to clean up, but it seems this team has taken several steps forward since its one-point loss to Florida State in New Orleans in Week 1.
With Brian Kelly getting the W in his first SEC matchup, here’s how the internet responded.
LSU’s freshman tackles after the win. 👀 pic.twitter.com/OMJ1mtanah
— Michael Cauble (@Cauble) September 18, 2022
Looks like Matt House has settled in at #LSU. Scheme and play calling was on point🎯 BJ and Harold pressuring on the same side on 3rd down is scary😱 Jay Ward is a straight🐶 flying around making plays! Really would like to see Savion Jones play more/start. #D #GeauxTigers🐯💜
— Harold⚜️ (@GeauxLSUH) September 18, 2022
I can’t wait to watch the all 22 of this LSU/Miss State game. The defense played sound football all game long. BJ Ojulari, Jay Ward, Harold Perkins, and others stood tall from the opening kick. The offense made the necessary adjustments at halftime, and got into a great rhythm.
— Jacob Hester (@JacobHester18) September 18, 2022
LSU defeats Mississippi State, 31-16, and Brian Kelly's squad–nay–*family* may continue to take teams by surprise… pic.twitter.com/IMvIAIkId1
— RedditCFB (@RedditCFB) September 18, 2022
LSU TIGERS!! 2-1🙏🏿
— Jvon Lewis (@realhubbabubba1) September 18, 2022
Pathetic. Embarrassing. Unnecessary loss to one of the most beatable LSU teams ever. Another long year.
— Danielle Morgan (@danielleginn) September 18, 2022
LSU 31 – MSST 16 pic.twitter.com/GcFN8ent7m
— CFMatzke (@CfMatzke) September 18, 2022
LSU still got dudes. Great win, BK is gonna be dangerous soon
— Rusty McIntosh (@Rusty_MC1) September 18, 2022
Brian Kelly gets first conference win in 12 years. pic.twitter.com/WnvCYijI6d
— Brody Miller (@BrodyAMiller) September 18, 2022
Keep them wins coming squad https://t.co/ou6tM7chJE
— Can’t Guard Jedi Knight DudeKirk (@DudeKirk_) September 18, 2022
If LSU can't do anything, they can stress me out 🤦🏾♀️ good win fellas https://t.co/bON270Tc6B
— Raven (@Raven_XReport) September 18, 2022
How bout them Tigers?? 💜💛 https://t.co/H0clD9S4bc
— Jams (@jammyjam25) September 18, 2022
Clearly Coach Kelly had some “encouraging words” for our offense. A win is a win but a lot of growing to do! I’ll celebrate the win tonight and hope for better play next week. #LSUvsMISSST https://t.co/dKGUClj66P
— pamloveslsu (@pamloveslsu) September 18, 2022
