It's unfortunate much of the glitter of a great game, a great comeback by LSU, which led early and trailed in the fourth quarter, is marred by calls of the officials. Despite LSU leading by 30-21 in the final minutes, most of the throng of fans stayed and held their breaths. We don't understand some of those situations some time. Saban and staff teach players to leave nothing to chance. No leaf is left unturned.
Every single thing is considered.
Alabama could have scored, had an onside kick, recovered, hit a long field goal and left a winner. Sooner or later, it will come back to haunt you. That's why Saban has LSU, which was picked to finish in the cellar, tied for the top rung in the division. That's why LSU is 6-3 and still looking for better things. Copyright 1999-2001, Morris Communications Corporation and The E.W. Scripps Company.