SEC play begins for nearly every conference program this weekend. Starting with Texas A&M (2-1) hosting the Auburn Tigers (3-0) with first-year head coach Hugh Freeze at the helm.
The Tigers are off to a surprising undefeated start after escaping Berekely with a late-night 14-10 victory over Cal in Week 2, while, similar to the Aggies’ 47-3 win over UL Monroe, dominated a lesser opponent last weekend after defeating Samford 45-13.
Auburn is led by a talented defensive secondary led by CB Nehemiah Pritchett and nickel Donovan Kaufman, who are both set to return this weekend. In contrast, the Tigers’ experienced defensive line can pressure the pocket during any possession.
Offensively, it may take a year or so to reach its true potential under Freeze, yet the quarterback duo of Michigan State transfer Peyton Thorne and duel threat Robby Ashford’s running ability serves as a 1-2 punch that could cause the Aggies defense some headaches on the ground if they can strike early.
To gain a deeper understanding of how the Tigers will perform on Saturday, we spoke with Auburn Wire editor Taylor Jones to gain said perspective. And as usual, he thoroughly delivered.
Jones spoke about Peyton Thorne and Robby Ashford under center, the Tigers’ defense, and lingering injury concerns ahead of Saturday’s festivities.
Enjoy this week’s edition of Behind Enemy Lines.
