LSU RB Caden Durham Doubtful for Ole Miss SEC Clash

LSU's starting running back, Caden Durham, is doubtful for Saturday's SEC matchup against Ole Miss due to an ankle injury sustained in the previous game. Durham leads LSU with 213 rushing yards and two touchdowns this season but has been limited in practice, and his absence could significantly impact LSU's rushing efficiency, as their offense ranks low nationally in rushing yards per game. Ju'Juan Johnson, along with Harlem Berry and Kaleb Jackson, are expected to carry the workload in Durham's potential absence. LSU and Ole Miss both enter the game undefeated in conference play, making this a critical contest in Oxford. Despite LSU's struggles in the rushing game, quarterback Garrett Nussmeier has recovered from a torso injury and remains a key component of their offense. The injury to Durham lowers LSU's chances of winning on the road, with ESPN's FPI giving them just a 26.7% chance to prevail against Ole Miss.