Coach speak: As expected, Gus Malzahn played his cards close to the vest. His posturing means that he has a playoff contender.
Team strengths: Just like all other Gus Malzahn led offenses, this year’s Auburn team will score lots of points. Offensive skill positions are the team’s obvious strength. On defense, its front seven is formidable with elite linebackers.
Weaknesses: Auburn’s 2014 defense was putrid. Exit Defensive Coordinator Ellis Johnson enter former Bull Gator Will Muschamp. Last season, the Tigers surrendered 30 plus points in five separate SEC contests. On the Plains, that’s historically bad.