As the saying goes, you can take this to the bank: Auburn will not win another national championship this season.
It’s an easy pick. The Tigers must replace 16 starters from their national championship team including stars in quarterback Cam Newton and defensive tackle Nick Farley. Auburn might not even be too competitive in the always tough Southeastern Conference (SEC).
The Tigers will feature mostly inexperienced, but highly talented players. One of the ‘veterans’ returning is sophomore running back Michael Dyer. Dyer rushed for 1,093 yards last season and figures to receive plenty of carries this year.
Can coach Gene Chizik keep this team focused after last season’s success? Every opponent will treat Auburn different this year. It’s a ‘circle’ game for Auburn’s foes.
The Tigers are a marked team. If they don’t respond well, Auburn could take some real lumps.
The SEC has won the last five national championships, but Auburn will not make it six. Its bitter rival down the road, Alabama, has a much better chance to keep the title in the state.
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