LSU vs. Alabama Rematch: The Best Prop Bets for the Game

The Alabama Crimson Tide (11-1) and the LSU Tigers (13-0) will meet in the BCS National Championship Game Monday night inside the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans.

Las Vegas sports books are expecting a record handle for this Southeastern Conference rematch, as the Crimson Tide have settled in as two-point neutral-site favorites.

Plenty of proposition wagers are currently available in the betting market, which allows the casual bettor to enjoy the big game even more.

Let's take a closer look at six prop bets that everyone should be making for this prime-time affair.

Will There Be a Score in the First 7:30 of the Game?

Alabama Crimson Tide placekicker Cade Foster missed two field goals in this span of time in the team's 9-6 loss to the LSU Tigers on Nov. 5.

Tremendous value is found in this offering, due to the fact that this contest is being played on a fast track inside the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

Quite possibly my favorite wager, especially with the public focusing on the 15 combined points scored earlier this year between these two SEC rivals.

Yes. There will be a score in the first 7:30 of the game (-130)

Defensive Touchdown

One of the biggest reasons why I like the "over" in this rematch is the fact that each defense is capable of scoring at any time.

I'll need a defensive touchdown in order to go over the total.

Normally this type of offering would offer much higher odds, but it comes with the territory.

Yes.  There will be a defensive score (+160)

Most Points Scored in First Half

Casual bettors will automatically play that more points will be scored in the second half and overtime in this contest, as the previous meeting was decided in extra time.

I love the fact that one of the sharpest books in town is giving a half-point on the first 30 minutes having more scoring, while making it the favored option.

Going against the grain in a big way here.

First half to have more points scored (+.5, -120)

Trent Richardson, Total Receptions and Receiving Yards

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Trent Richardson finished the first meeting against the LSU Tigers with five catches for 80 yards, something that I anticipate happening again on Monday night.

I believe the Crimson Tide will need to throw at least five screen passes in this contest, which would likely put us over both numbers being offered.

Over 2.5 receptions (Even)

Over 34.5 receiving yards (-110)

Tyrann Mathieu, Total Fumbles Forced

LSU Tigers cornerback Tyrann Mathieu is a true playmaker and will likely get his hands on the football at some point in this game.

The Heisman Trophy finalist offers tremendous value for the proposition that he will cause a fumble when one of Alabama's offensive players has hold of the football.

Tyrann Mathieu to force a fumble (+300)

Longest Touchdown to Be over 39.5 Yards

Considering that there wasn't a touchdown scored in the first meeting between these two teams, I can't imagine that the betting public is too interested in this offering.

Playing this game on a fast track inside the Mercedes-Benz Superdome is what really gives this proposition wager some serious value.

There are going to be a couple of big plays in this game—just hope one of them results in a touchdown.

Longest touchdown over 39.5 yards (-110)