The battle for the Golden Boot commences this Saturday when the No. 8 LSU Tigers take on the 4-2 Arkansas Razorbacks. 
The Razorbacks are coming off a bye week after defeating Tennessee, who was ranked No. 4 at the time. 
This team was a few plays away from being undefeated, with their only losses coming from two ranked teams, No. 16 Oklahoma State and No. 24 Texas A&M. 
Arkansas has numerous players on their team that impact games, which is why this matchup against the Tigers will be a close one.
Andrew Armstrong
Through five games, Andrew Armstrong has solidified himself as not only one of the best wide receivers in the SEC but in the country as well. 
Third in the SEC for receiving yards at 552 and second for receptions at 38, he’s been the favorite target for Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green. 
In every game, he’s had over five receptions and already has three games over 130 yards. For a player that stands at 6-foot-4, he has great speed to easily outrun defenders and make them miss on the first tackle. 
Being their No. 1 receiver, Armstrong predominantly lines up on the outside, and with his big frame, he can make heavily contested catches. Arkansas makes it clear that they want to get him the ball so they can use his playmaking ability; thus, you’ll see him running a lot of crossers, slants and drag routes. 
His run after catch ability is what makes him extremely dangerous.
While LSU’s defense most likely played one of its best games of the season last game, its secondary still allowed two receivers over 100 yards and blew coverages that went for big plays. 
They will have their hands full trying to contain Arkansas’ No. 1 option.
Ja’Quinden Jackson
The playmakers don’t just stop there for the Razorback offense.
Ja’Quinden Jackson has been one of the key factors in Arkansas’ running game. Coming in at No. 4 in the SEC for rushing yards and second for touchdowns with 10, he’s going to be difficult to stop. 
In six games, Jackson has tallied up 566 yards and 10 touchdowns. Although his numbers have taken a dip in his last three games, where he hasn’t exceeded 80 yards, LSU hasn’t done well in stopping the run. 
Arkansas ranks fourth in the SEC for rushing yards, and Jackson has been a key contributor. However, Green, who has tremendous running ability, keeps the defense guessing whether it will be Jackson or Green who will get the ball. Jackson benefits from his dual-threat teammate as it opens up the running game for him. 
The most effective part of his game is his change of direction and vision. He’s very patient and allows his offensive line to create running lanes he can hit. While Jackson hasn’t had the best luck running the ball these past couple of weeks, keep your eye out for him to have a big game at home.
TJ Metcalf
The sophomore safety for the Razorbacks has been the backbone of their secondary. TJ Metcalf has had a nose for the football. Whether it’s playing the passing lanes or attacking the ball carrier downhill, he will always be around the football.
Metcalf ranks first on the team for solo tackles and second for total tackles from his safety spot. He’s not afraid to track down the ball carrier and square up and make a hit. 
His instincts are elite.
Metcalf leads the team in interceptions with three and is second in pass deflections.
LSU quarterback Garett Nussmeier tends to force throws in tough spots, for better or worse. We saw that against Ole Miss, as he threw an interception into double coverage and only completed 43% of his passes. He will need to keep an eye out for Metcalf at all times, especially going deep down the field.