While Auburn will likely enter the Citrus Bowl as underdogs to Northwestern per BetMGM, the Tigers have a good chance per ESPN’s Football Power Index.
The matchup predictor has Auburn with a 60% chance of winning the game against the 6-2 Wildcats.
Northwestern has one of the top defenses in the nation, finishing 5th in the FBS by allowing just 15.5 points per game. Star cornerback Brandon Joseph, a true freshman, will be a tough matchup for Bo Nix and Seth Williams in the passing game. He recorded six interceptions this season including a highlight-worthy pick in the Big Ten title game against Ohio State.
Here’s a look at the rest of SEC bowl action and what the ESPN FPI says of their chances:
Florida (42.7%) vs. Oklahoma
Mississippi State (40.1%) vs. Tulsa
Arkansas (30.7%) vs. TCU
Georgia (70.7%) vs. Cincinnati
Alabama (81.1%) vs. Notre Dame
Kentucky (57.2%) vs. NC State
Ole Miss (26.6%) vs. Indiana
Texas A&M (63.6%) vs. North Carolina