It’s time for conference play! Coach Alex Golesh and the Auburn Tigers dive headfirst into SEC play this weekend and welcome the Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators to Jordan-Hare Stadium.
It’s time for conference play! Coach Alex Golesh and the Auburn Tigers dive headfirst into SEC play this weekend and welcome the Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators to Jordan-Hare Stadium. The Gators and Tigers renew a rivalry that is deep rooted in the Southeastern Conference, and this year it holds a little bit more importance. Both teams come in with first year head coaches looking to get a statement win to begin the year, and both teams are starving for success. It will be an incredible atmosphere under the lights in primetime at Jordan-Hare Stadium, and we are excited to talk all about it!
This week, the crew is joined by Brad Law, Director of Broadcast Operations for Auburn Sports Network and co-host of Blackerby and Brad on Auburn Daily!
What was the highlight of the night from this past Saturday against Southern Miss?
CREDIT: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectCHRISTIAN RAUH: Cody Sigler's Safety! That was awesome seeing him step up in a big way.
TREY LEE: Hard to beat a pick six to start the game for Andre Jordan Jr. I'll go with that play and McPherson's field goal.
BRAD LAW: 8 defensive points.
Favorite Auburn vs. Florida game & moment across all sports.
CREDIT: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectCHRISTIAN: Whenever Auburn Wins.
TREY: I unfortunately wasn't old enough to remember the football games against Tebow, and everything lately against the Gators has been not so fun.
So let's go with last year's win on the hardwood against the defending national champs.
BRAD: 2001 - huge upset + ensuing huge rain storm
Where does Florida rank on Auburn's list of rivals?
CREDIT: USA TODAY SportsCHRISTIAN: I'd say third behind Alabama and Georgia. But I could see it sneaking to second if these coaches stick around.
TREY: #4 behind Alabama, Georgia, and LSU
BRAD: T-3rd with LSU and Tennessee
Looking at Florida - who is a player on the Gators side of things that Auburn fans should keep an eye on heading into this weekend's game?
CREDIT: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectCHRISTIAN: It's got to be Aaron Philo, just because we don't truly know what he can do. Quarterbacks control the game. If Auburn shuts him down, they win.
TREY: I think Tramell Jones Jr. makes an impact play at some point if Philo struggles early
BRAD: Baugh. Everything is predicated on their ability to run
Who has more carries this game - Jaden Baugh or Jeremiah Cobb?
CREDIT: USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectCHRISTIAN: Baugh easily. Auburn is much deeper at running back.
TREY: I think it'll be Baugh and not close. Cobb will likely split carries with Mabson and Washington, as well as Byrum.
BRAD: Baugh
What position matchup will be the most impactful this week?
CREDIT: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectCHRISTIAN: Whatever offensive line can win the trenches battle. Both Florida's and Auburns Offensive lines have questions entering the game.
TREY: Auburn's defensive backs against Aaron Philo and the receivers. With all the focus on Baugh and the run game, Philo is going to be forced to make quick decisions and get the ball out. Look for Andre Jordan Jr. and Rayshawn Pleasant to make some big plays against Florida's receivers.
BRAD: Auburn’s LBs on Aaron Philo
Who will be Auburn's standout player against the Gators this week?
CREDIT: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectCHRISTIAN: Keshaun Singleton
TREY: Cody Sigler uses the momentum he gained from his safety against Southern Miss and has a huge week this week.
BRAD: Byrum Brown or Keshaun Singleton
Finish the question: Auburn defeats Florida on Saturday night if.....
CREDIT: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectCHRISTIAN: They make Florida one dimensional and win the turnover battle.
TREY: Auburn defeats Florida if they take care of the ball. Limiting turnovers and keeping the ball out of Baugh's hands will be important in getting the win.
BRAD: It holds UF under 110 rush yds
Bold Prediction for Auburn vs. Florida
CREDIT: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectCHRISTIAN: Xavier Atkins INT
TREY: Defense gets a scoop and score touchdown
BRAD: Byrum Brown tallies 350 yds total offense
Predictions & Final Score for Auburn vs. Florida
CHRISTIAN: Auburn 20, Florida 14
TREY: I think this game is the biggest temperature check for both teams for the rest of the year. Both defenses flex their muscles early, and Auburn finds a way to stop the run late and get the win.
Auburn 27 Florida 17
BRAD: Auburn 20-17
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