The two teams had previously met 11 times, dating back to 1907, with LSU having won eight of those prior meetings.
[5] Baylor compiled an 8–4 record during the regular season (6–3 in Big 12 play).
Baylor faced three ranked FBS opponents, losing to Utah, BYU, and Iowa State.
LSU ended the regular season with a 8-4 record (5–3 in SEC play).
LSU faced four ranked FBS opponents, defeating Ole Miss while losing to USC, Texas A&M, and Alabama.