NCAA Suspends LSU Football Star For Season Opener vs. FSU

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LSU and Florida State are set to kick off their seasons with a rematch of last year's opening week thriller.

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Each team is now firmly on the radar for the College Football Playoff

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and the top-10 showdown could go a long way for the winner's resume at the end of the season.

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The Tigers are ranked No. 5 heading into the game, but they'll have to play without one of their best players.

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The NCAA has suspended star defensive tackle Maason Smith for the game.

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According to reports, the NCAA says that Smith received an improper benefit.

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Despite cooperating with the investigation, Smith will be forced to sit out the game and will be eligible to return in Week 2 against Grambling.

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It's the second time Smith's career has been affected surrounding a matchup with Florida State.

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