Auburn is facing a make-or-break situation in Week 5 of the 2025 college football season.
Coming off a loss against the Oklahoma Sooners—a back-and-forth struggle in Norman that exposed the Tigers’ biggest flaws—Auburn is entering the toughest stretch of its season 3-1. Now they face a phenomenal Texas A&M team led by Heisman dark horse Marcel Reed.
For Hugh Freeze, winning in College Station is a must.
Auburn’s loss against Oklahoma comes with baggage. The Tigers' offensive line faltered against the Sooners’ defensive agility, and Jackson Arnold was sacked ten times. The renowned quarterback has continued to hold the football for too long post snap, and Oklahoma’s defense didn’t allow him to scramble out of the pocket as Baylor’s did in Week 1.