Quote Originally Posted by R2Dawg View Post
Yeah I get it and know the season and the surrounding narratives. That was in my era too. My only issue is we were going to beat LSU that day regardless. It did showcase how good Young was but the Peagues run won the egg bowl in dramatic fashion. Peagues couldn't hold a candle to Young on returns though.
I was at the game. I’m not sure we beat LSU without the KO return. It was an even game and LSU had almost 300 offensive yards at half. That KO return stole the MO and then we got the fumble on the ensuing KO to blow the game open. Without the return? That 24-24 game turns into a scrum