Top Player Prop Bets for LSU vs USC Sunday Showdown in Las Vegas

Aug 26, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Miller Moss (7) runs the ball for a touchdown against the San Jose State Spartansduring the second half at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

• LSU vs USC player props are available for Sunday’s CFB game
• I’m targeting Trojans quarterback Miller Moss in the props market
• Read below for LSU vs USC player props for Sunday’s game

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The rare Sunday college football features LSU vs USC to kick off the month of September. There are plenty of LSU vs USC player props available as oddsmakers load up for the lone football game of the day.

We’ve identified our favorite LSU vs USC player props for the main slate, including a focus on the Trojans’ new starting quarterback Max Miller. Further below in the touchdown props market, I’m targeting an LSU tight end to find paydirt.

Here is a look at the available LSU vs USC player props, in addition to my favorite picks.

LSU vs USC Player Props

In the LSU vs USC player props markets, Miller Moss has a slightly higher passing yards total than Garrett Nussmeier at 280.5. LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy has the highest receiving yard total on the board, however, at 69.5.

If you’re looking for a more traditional betting option this Sunday, make sure to check out our USC vs LSU Prediction, Odds & Preview.

Odds as of Sept. 1 at FanDuel Sportsbook. Check out the best betting apps for CFB player props.

Prop Picks #1: Miller Moss Passing Yards

Oddsmakers don’t know how exactly to price USC’s new starting quarterback Miller Moss in the props market for Sunday. The 6’1″ California native only started one game last season, torching Lousivulle for 372 yards and six TDs in the Holiday Bowl.

The redshirt junior patiently waited his turn behind Caleb Williams, seeing limited action over the past three seasons. In 12 career games, Moss has completed 71.7% of his passes for 914 yards, nine touchdowns and just one interception.

Moss’ passing yards total for Sunday is set at 288.5, with equal odds to the over and under. I think this is a bit low, considering the game total has climbed into the 60’s with the potential for a shootout.

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— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) August 20, 2024

I’m not rushing to bet this player in the Heisman odds, but I expect a solid performance against a vulnerable LSU secondary. The Tigers gave up 30-plus yards through the air to five different quarterbacks last season, including 342 to FSU in the season opener.

The Trojans ranked sixth in scoring offense last season and should come out firing on Sunday. Moss will have an embarrassment of riches at the skill positions, including dynamic WR Zachariah Branch.

Of course, betting on a fresh starting quarterback is always a slight gamble, but I don’t trust this LSU defense against Lincoln Riley’s high-powered attack. I’m forecasting Moss to toss for 300+ yards in a back-and-forth thriller.

• Pick: Miller Moss Over 288.5 Passing Yards (-114 at FD)

Props Picks #2: Kaleb Jackson Rushing Yards

On the other side of the ball, I’m looking at Kaleb Jackson to be a difference-maker for the Tigers in Sin City. The hometown kid is poised for a breakout sophomore season after showing flashes as a true freshman in 2023.

In his inaugural campaign, Jackson rushed for 165 yards and four touchdowns on just 31 carries (5.3 yards per carry). His bruising running style was on full display, trucking defenders and breaking off chunk plays. He has reportedly transformed his body, adding significant muscle to his powerful 6’0″, 235-pound frame.

When LSU’s Kaleb Jackson did this last season😳

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— PFF College (@PFF_College) August 6, 2024

Jackson is expected to take on a much larger workload in 2024 as part of a 1-2 punch with veteran Josh Williams. Most projections have him leading the Tigers in rushing this season.

Once again, while Jackson has talent, this pick has more to do with the matchup advantage. The Trojans allowed 4.8 yards per carry last season, ranking 106th out of 133 FBS teams. There was only a single game in which they didn’t surrender at least 100 yards in the ground.

I think LSU will establish the run early and often with their powerful offensive line. This means Jackson’s rushing yards prop of 57.5 has great value, barring he gets 12-15 carries as expected. He has the talent to push for 100+ yards and emerge as one of the SEC’s top backs this season.

• Pick: Kaleb Jackson Over 57.5 Rushing Yards (-114 at FD)

LSU vs USC Touchdown Scorer Props

Player	First TD Scorer	Anytime TD Scorer	2+ TDs
Kaleb Jackson (LSU)	+750	-125	+475
Josh Williams (LSU)	+900	+100	+650
Kyren Lacy (LSU)	+950	+105	+700
Woody Marks (USC)	+1000	-110	+500
Cj Daniels (LSU)	+1100	+125	+950
Zachariah Branch (USC)	+1300	+105	+650
Zavion Thomas (USC)	+1600	+205	+1800
Mason Taylor (LSU)	+1600	+205	+2000
John Emery Jr. (LSU)	+1600	+215	+1700
Trey Holly (LSU)	+1800	+250	+2200
Chris Hilton Jr. (LSU)	+1800	+240	+2200
Quinten Joyner (USC)	+1800	+195	+1500
Duce Robinson (USC)	+1800	+155	+1200
Aaron Anderson (LSU)	+1900	+245	+2200
Makai Lemon (USC)	+2000	+215	+1800

In the LSU vs USC scoring props market, Kaleb Jackson has the best odds to find paydirt at -125 (55.6% implied probability). We don’t mind that play, considering we are forecasting him to make a notable impact. However, we’ve got a plus-money TD prop at even better value.

Odds as of September 1, 2024, at DraftKings Sportsbook. 

Anytime TD Picks: Mason Taylor

When it comes to scoring props, I like the value on LSU tight end Mason Taylor to find paydirt. The junior TE has emerged as one of LSU’s top weapons in the passing game and should be a focal point of the Tigers’ game plan.

Taylor was 3rd on the team last year with 36 catches for 348 yards and 1 TD. More promisingly, he had a career-high seven receptions for 88 yards in the ReliaQuest Bowl, which was Garrett Nussmeier’s first start at QB.

Coaches have raved about Taylor’s development, calling him “one of the best tight ends in the country” Offensive coordinator Joe Sloan, meanwhile, said they want to “find ways to get him the ball”. The OC added Taylor could be the first or second read on some plays.

At 6’6″, 250 pounds with good speed, Taylor is simply a matchup nightmare in the red zone. Considering USC allowed eight TDs to tight ends last season — 3rd most in the Pac-12 — you can’t go wrong betting on this unique specimen at +205 against this lackluster USC pass defense.

• Pick: Mason Taylor Anytime TD (+205 at DK)

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