Auburn has dropped back-to-back games and have slid down to #14 in the rankings. They should be set up for a victory against Samford before traveling to top-ranked Alabama.
Records:
Auburn: 7-3 (4-3 SEC)
Samford: 7-3 (5-2 Southern)
Auburn Outlook: The Tigers fell flat after their upset loss to Texas A&M, getting blown out against Georgia last week.
The defense has struggled in two losses, allowing 75 points. That unit will look to get it right this week before taking on Alabama.
Cameron Artis-Payne scored another touchdown - the only score of the game for Auburn - in last week's loss, giving him 10 touchdowns and 1,276 yards on the season.
Samford Outlook: The Bulldogs have played one other game against an FBS team, losing to TCU to begin the season.
Coming into this game, Samford has won four in a row to give themselves a 7-3 overall record on the year.
What to watch for: Auburn needs to improve on both sides of the ball, and this matchup gives them an opportunity to get on track.
The Tigers defense needs to try to dominate this game against a weak opponent to prove they have made some strides on that front.
What they're saying:
As defense searches for answers, Malzahn throws support behind Ellis Johnson (Ledger-Enquirer)
Auburn's linebacking duo has been productive, but Tigers need more consistency (AL.com)
Prediction:
Auburn - 56, Samford - 10
The Tigers will get back on track in this game, as Samford stands little chance of competing. Auburn needs a victory ahead of their Alabama showdown next week, so this game gives them an opportunity to work out kinks from their previous two losses.
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