Five Things to Know About LSU vs. Texas A&M on Nov. 23

At the beginning of the 2013-14 season, many expected -- and were hoping -- that both the LSU Tigers and Texas A&M Aggies would have BCS title shots. Now we know that The Aggies do, but the Tigers don't.

Heading into the game, here are five things that you need to know about both teams.

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After LSU's collapse to the Alabama Crimson Tide, 38-17 on Saturday, the Bayou Bengals drop to No. 18 in the USA Today Coaches Poll rankings, and No. 21 in the all-important BCS rankings.

Texas A&M, following their victory over former Haughton Buccaneer Dak Prescott and the Mississippi State Bulldogs, are at No. 10 in the Coaches Poll, and No. 11 in the BCS rankings.

Both teams have a bye this weekend after their respective games.

Check out highlights from last season's LSU-Texas A&M matchup:

1
Manziel's Potential
The Aggies defeated former Haughton Buc Dak Prescott and the Mississippi State Bulldogs 51-41. Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel lit up the Bulldogs by going 30-for-39, throwing for 446 yards and rushed 47 yards. Manziel is a dangerous, mobile quarterback who can throw the ball as well as run it. He's had five 400 all-purpose yard games this season.
2
First A&M Visit To Death Valley In a Long Time
On November 22, this will be the first time since the 1994 season the Texas A&M Aggies will travel to Baton Rouge.
3
A&M's Offense
The Aggies are a pretty dangerous team offensively. They are sixth in the nation in offense, 34th in rushing, and overall No. 1 in total offense with 5,780 yards and 492 points scored.
4
Aggies' Dangerous Receiver
Aggies wide receiver Mike Evans is explosive. He's only second in the nation in receiving yards with 1,263. Evans is averaging 22.7 yards a carry and has 12 touchdowns. He needs to be stopped when he comes to Death Valley.
5
LSU-A&M Kickoff Time Set
The game is now set for a 2:30 p.m. kickoff on CBS on November 23.