Defensive keys to beating the Mississippi State Bulldogs

Here’s how the Tigers can turn Mississippi State’s air raid into a no-fly zone on Saturday:

It’ll be [autotag]Cadillac Williams[/autotag]’ first test as a head coach against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Saturday, and what a test it is.

Unlike other opponents, the Bulldogs will try to assault the Tigers almost exclusively through the air. That will be a welcome break from the run performances that have gashed Auburn in the past few weeks, but it will be a great first test for Williams and his staff to adjust the game plan properly and put together a defense that will stop Mississippi State from imposing its will in the passing game.

Here are four defensive keys for the Auburn Tigers to beat the Bulldogs on Saturday: