When the Gophers (10-2) square off against Auburn (9-3) in the Outback Bowl, they will face another new challenge. This time, Minnesota must prepare for an SEC roster filled with NFL-caliber talent.
Auburn’s defense features one of the top front-seven units in the country. Coordinator Kevin Steele has done an excellent job of maximizing player potential. Offensively, head coach Gus Malzahn uses a heavy amount of motion, misdirection and play-action to keep defenses on their toes. The variety within his offense will make defensive discipline paramount for the Gophers.
In this piece, I unpacked a few themes you should be aware of as Minnesota prepares for the Outback Bowl on Jan.