Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa Expected to Play This Weekend Against LSU

Was there ever any doubt? With the top two teams in the country set to clash this weekend, Alabama and LSU fans everywhere can't wait for the two powerhouses to face off.

And when they do meet in Baton Rouge, you better believe all eyes will be on Tua Tagovailoa, who suffered an ankle injury against Tennessee and was forced to miss the showdown with Arkansas. Well, all signs are pointing to him being good to go against the Tigers after Bama's bye week.

It’s looking good regarding Tua Tagovailoa’s status for Saturday.

Per sources, the expectation continues to be that he’ll be play against LSU and that he’ll likely look healthier and less limited than what most people are probably expecting. https://t.co/As6vc936FK
— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) November 5, 2019

Tagovailoa has been one of the best quarterbacks in the country this year, throwing for 2,166 yards and 27 touchdowns. He's only tossed two interceptions to boot, and he's added a pair of touchdowns rushing as well.

Though Mac Jones played well against Arkansas, Tua is the straw that stirs the drink for this offense. With the expectation that he'll be ready for LSU, this will obviously present a major challenge for Ed Orgeron and his team's defense.

"I have been told by people inside that operation that they think he will play ... and they expect him to be close to 100%."

— @Finebaum on Tua playing vs. LSU | #SECNation pic.twitter.com/0nZMIIejhd
— SEC Network (@SECNetwork) November 2, 2019

Get your popcorn ready for this one, folks. Bama and LSU will easily be one of the most entertaining games of the year.