Overview

• Early odds list Auburn as a 2.5-point favorite with a 58.5 over/under and a -130 moneyline, per BetMGM.
• FOX’s crew features Jason Benetti on play-by-play with Robert Griffin III and sideline reporter Alexa Landestoy.
• Auburn’s rebuilt offensive line, highlighted by transfers Xavier Chaplin and Mason Murphy with Connor Lew anchoring at center, faces Baylor’s stunt- and pressure-heavy looks that Freeze called “exotic.”
• Baylor returns proven production with QB Sawyer Robertson (3,071 yards, 28 TDs in 2024) and RB Bryson Washington (1,028 rushing yards, 12 TDs).
• Availability notes include Auburn kicker Alex McPherson as a game-time decision and WR Eric Singleton Jr. probable, while Baylor lists DB Carl Williams IV and RB Michael Turner as doubtful and RB Dawson Pendergrass and S Devin Turner out.