The Auburn defense ranks #14 in the country in total defense, allowing a mere 306.5 yards per game and 16.2 points per game. They are allowing 196.9 yards through the air, 109.6 yards on the ground, and 4.48 yards per play. The Tigers success rate on defense is #8 in the country, with their rush success rate at #4 and their pass success rate coming in at #19. Auburn has their best defense that they have had in years and the toughest one that Alabama has seen this year.
Auburn has a familiar face at defensive coordinator in veteran coach Kevin Steele.