According to an Associated Press source, the LSU Tigers will be without defensive tackle Maason Smith when they take on the Florida State Seminoles this Saturday. Smith, a freshman from Mississippi, has been a key contributor for the Tigers this season, recording 11 tackles and two sacks in seven games.
The news of Smith’s absence comes as a surprise to many, as the defensive tackle had been playing well for LSU this season. Smith was expected to be a major factor in the Tigers’ defensive game plan against Florida State, and his absence will likely have a significant impact on the outcome of the game.
The Tigers will now have to rely on other players to step up and fill the void left by Smith. Senior defensive tackle Breiden Fehoko is expected to be the primary beneficiary of Smith’s absence, as he will likely see an increased role in the defensive line rotation. Fehoko has recorded 15 tackles and two sacks in seven games this season.
It is unclear at this time why Smith will not be available for the game against Florida State. However, it is clear that his absence will be a major blow to the Tigers’ defense. The team will now have to rely on other players to step up and make plays in order to contain the Seminoles’ offense.
The LSU Tigers will have to find a way to overcome the loss of Maason Smith if they hope to come away with a win against Florida State this Saturday. It will be interesting to see how the team responds in his absence and whether or not they can still find a way to come away with a victory.
