When it comes to the nonconference schedule for the Auburn Tigers and Bryan Harsin, there is one nonconference matchup that stands above the rest. After losing in Happy Valley a season ago, the Penn State Nittany Lions journey south to the Plains.
When it comes to assigning a ranking to the game, On3’s Jesse Simonton put this rematch at No. 8 in the SEC. The list is headlined by week one’s Utah Utes and Florida Gators showdown.
What On3 Says…
The Tigers narrowly lost in Happy Valley in 2021, but a win over James Franklin and the Nittany Lions would really, really help cool the coals emanating from Bryan Harsin’s hot seat. Auburn has never hosted a Big Ten team at Jordan-Hare, either. Similarly to Texas A&M’s QB situation, Auburn may not settle on a starter until this game.
This game will be a huge test for Auburn and give them an idea of where they stand among the top teams in college football.
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