Will Auburn struggle at all with the G5 and FCS opponents this season?
Will Auburn struggle at all with the G5 and FCS opponents this season?  
Podcast: The Auburn Express
Published On: Fri Aug 22 2025
Description: Episode Summary: In this episode of The Auburn Express, Ike Jones is joined by Jeff Murphy of Group of Five Guys to preview Auburn’s non-conference opponents: Ball State, South Alabama, and Mercer. They break down roster strengths, weaknesses, and styles of play, while also discussing whether Auburn should be on upset alert in any of these games. Key Talking Points: Ball State’s dual-threat QB and weak defense Why Auburn’s trenches should dominate early South Alabama as the potential “trap game” with a talented new QB and Major Applewhite at the helm Mercer’s status as a top-15 FCS team and what that means for Auburn The importance of Hugh Freeze keeping Auburn locked in ahead of bigger SEC battles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices