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Aggies Seek Redemption Against Auburn After Narrow Defeat Last Season
27 Sep
Summary
- Texas A&M hosts Auburn in crucial Week 5 matchup
- Aggies look to avoid upset after losing to Auburn in 4OT last season
- Quarterback Marcel Reed has been electric for Texas A&M this year
As the college football season reaches Week 5, all eyes will be on the matchup between Texas A&M and Auburn. The Aggies are hosting the Tigers, looking to avenge their narrow defeat against them last season.
In 2024, Texas A&M suffered a heartbreaking 43-41 loss to Auburn in four overtimes, a result that dealt a significant blow to their College Football Playoff hopes. Now, the Aggies have a chance to redeem themselves on their home turf.
Quarterback Marcel Reed has been the driving force behind Texas A&M's success this year. In just three games, he has passed for 869 yards and 9 touchdowns, while also rushing for 142 yards and a score. The Aggies will need Reed to continue his electric performance if they hope to avoid another upset.
Auburn, coming off a 24-17 loss to Oklahoma in Week 4, will be eager to bounce back and prove they can compete with the top teams in the country. Quarterback Jackson Arnold was sacked nine times in the loss to the Sooners, and the Tigers will need to shore up their offensive line to have a chance against the Aggies.
Despite the home-field advantage, Texas A&M can't afford to overlook Auburn. The Tigers nearly pulled off a major upset against Oklahoma, and they will be determined to hand the Aggies their second loss of the season.
