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Week 3 • September 13, 2025, 04:45 PM UTC
South Alabama @ Auburn
1-1
Sun Belt
Power Rank: -11.3
15 FINAL 31
2-0
SEC
Power Rank: 11.0
South Alabama @ Auburn Preview

General Information

Week: Week 3
Kick Off (at stadium): 11:45 AM CDT
Stadium: Jordan-Hare Stadium
Capacity: 88,043
Elevation: 686 ft
HFA Rating: 2.4
Playing Surface: Grass

Betting Information

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Total (O/U) -
Expected Score -
Power Rank Implied Line Auburn +22.3
Prediction Markets Auburn 97% Win Chance (Kalshi)

Weather Conditions

Forecast for: February 02, 2026
Sunny

Sunny

39.6°F

Wind Chill: 34.8°F
Wind: 7.8 mph WSW
Gusts: 11.6 mph
Precipitation: 0.0"
Humidity: 37%
Rain Chance: 0%
Snow Chance: 0%

Travel & Rest

South Alabama (Away)

This Week: 206.4 miles
Last Week: Home Game
Season Total: 1375.0 miles
Body Clock Time: 11:45
Rest Days: 7

Auburn (Home)

This Week: 0.0 miles
Last Week: Home Game
Season Total: 1371.0 miles
Body Clock Time: 11:45
Rest Days: 7

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Blue Chip Analytics Power Rating
South Alabama -11.3
Auburn 11.0
✈️ Travel Impact
Away Team Travel 206 mi
Home Team Travel 0 mi
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🏟️ HFA: Jordan-Hare Stadium
Capacity 88,043
Elevation 686 ft
🌤️ Weather: Sunny
Temperature 39.6°F
Wind Speed 7.8 mph
Your Line Auburn +22.3
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College Football Lines - Factors and Insights

Auburn

Freshman QB Deuce Knight delivers historic debut performance

Knight accounted for 401 yards and 6 TDs (4 rushing, 2 passing) in his first career start, tying a school record and becoming the first Auburn QB to rush for 4 TDs since Cam Newton in 2010. His explosive performance suggests Auburn has found a dynamic playmaker for the future.

Quarterback depth chart clarified for Iron Bowl

While Knight impressed, starter Ashton Daniels was held out to preserve eligibility and is expected to return for the Alabama game. This strategic decision shows Auburn is prioritizing the Iron Bowl while also developing Knight's experience.

Bowl eligibility on the line against Alabama

At 5-6, Auburn needs to beat #10 Alabama in the Iron Bowl to become bowl eligible. The dominant performance against Mercer provides momentum, but the Tigers will face a massive step up in competition against their ranked rival.

Offensive explosiveness displayed with multiple weapons

Auburn's offense showed big-play capability with Malcolm Simmons catching 5 passes for 149 yards including a 91-yard TD, and Cam Coleman adding 65 yards and a score. This balanced attack could be crucial against Alabama's defense.

Defensive concerns with key injuries mounting

Auburn lost linebacker Demarcus Riddick to season-ending shoulder surgery and defensive end Keldric Faulk during the game. These defensive losses could be problematic against Alabama's potent offense in the high-stakes Iron Bowl.