No matter how the season progresses, the win in Death Valley was huge in more ways than one. A night win over the Tigers, a top 10 ( yes TEN ) win, and a dominated game. Not only was I shocked, I came away very impressed with the way the offense and the defense played. That may have been one of Mullen's best games as coach. The first three wins are an afterthought and no one will ever talk about the rotations again. Dak and JRob gave the tiger fans a lot of ammo towards Les for allowing the instate talent to fly under his watch. Last but not least, the pollsters took notice and the stars are aligned.
On to the Elephant in the room, or some may say the monkey on his back. The 2014 Dawgs are sitting at #14 with a win over #8 LSU. After week 5, look for at least one or a two spot bump to #12 or #13.
In my opinion, Texas A$M will be the toughest battle on paper. They present the most dangerous passing attack in the country IMO. Hypothetically a loss to A$M will happen. Auburn, who could be a top 5 team will be the next challenge. Keep in mind, this is all hypothetical. A loss to Auburn many could say may be expected and not a season defining loss. After a climb to #13, some of the wind has began to leak and they have dropped out of the polls. Lets say the we go into the next three games and finish 2-1 against Kentucky, Arkansas, and UT Martin. We are not sitting at 6-3. The next three games we finish the season 1-2 against Alabama, Vandy, and OM. 7-5 is the outcome. No matter how LSU finishes the season, what would your thoughts be on Mullen.

Again, it is an off week and just looking for a good topic.