Well, let me tell you somethin’ about them LSU Tigers from 2017. That team had a good mix of folks, some old hands and some young blood, all workin’ together to make sure them boys were ready to play. You know, LSU’s roster that year wasn’t just about them big names you hear on the TV. No sir, it was about the whole team – every fella, whether they was a starter or just backin’ up, played their part.
First off, if we’re talkin’ ’bout the big boys, the ones with the asterisks next to their names, them are your starters. You got your quarterbacks, your running backs, them defensive linemen, and all them other fellas who make sure the game don’t get out of hand. In 2017, LSU had some strong players. Joe Burrow, now he was somethin’. The quarterback for LSU that year, he threw them balls like he was born with a football in his hand. He didn’t just throw, he ran too, with them 7 rushing touchdowns, makin’ sure his legs did the talkin’ when his arm got tired. He finished with over 2,800 yards of passin’ in that season. That boy knew what he was doin’ out there.
Then you had Nick Brossette, the senior running back. You know, a good running back is like a trusty ol’ mule, they keep movin’ forward, no matter how hard the ground gets. He led the Tigers that year with over 1,000 yards rushing, and when you’ve got a back like him, it makes the whole offense look better. You can’t just rely on throwin’ the ball all the time, you gotta mix it up, and he sure did that.
Now, don’t think it was all about the offense. You need a good defense too. LSU had a solid defense that year, and those defensive linemen, they were always right there on top of the other team. Them linebackers and corners, they weren’t lettin’ anything get past ‘em. The Tigers’ defense was tough as nails, always fightin’ tooth and nail, keepin’ the other team from gettin’ in the end zone. They didn’t give up easy points, and that’s a big part of why LSU had such a strong season.
But you know, it wasn’t just about the big names. It was the whole team, from the top to the bottom, that made things click. You got your special teams, too, and they do their part, makin’ sure them kickers and punters don’t mess things up. And let me tell you, them boys worked hard. Every player, whether they was a starter or just sittin’ on the bench, had to keep their head in the game, ‘cause you never knew when you was gonna get called in. It could be the fourth quarter, down by three points, and all of a sudden, it’s your turn to make a play.
Coach Ed Orgeron, now he’s the one who kept the ship steady. His first full season as head coach in 2017, and he done took the Tigers to a 9-4 record. Not too shabby, huh? They played in that Citrus Bowl, too, and finished the season ranked 18th in the country. That’s a whole lotta hard work put in, and it didn’t go unnoticed. The Tigers weren’t just good, they was tough. They played hard every game, and that’s what made ‘em stand out.
Here’s a quick look at them Tigers’ games that year:
- Sat, Sep 2 – vs BYU, Win 27-0
- Sat, Sep 9 – vs Chattanooga, Win 45-10
- Sat, Sep 16 – @ Mississippi State, Loss 37-7
As the season went on, LSU kept pushin’. They didn’t give up, even when things didn’t look too good. That’s the kind of fight you need if you wanna be a champion. It’s not just about talent; it’s about heart and determination. And let me tell you, them LSU boys in 2017 had both of them things in spades.
In conclusion, LSU’s 2017 roster had all the right pieces, from the starters to the reserves, to make sure that season was one to remember. Coach Orgeron led ‘em with grit and the team played like their lives depended on it. They may not have won it all, but they sure did leave their mark that year. A 9-4 record, a solid bowl appearance, and a whole lotta tough football – that’s the spirit of LSU Tigers.
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