Special to the Montgomery Advertiser
Bo Nix showed signs of growth, Auburn’s defense took advantage of opportunity and Gus Malzahn pulled a new trick out of his big bag of gadget plays.
And a 2020 opener that felt like it never would get here arrived at Jordan-Hare Stadium, with the No. 8 Tigers defeating Kentucky 29-13.
Nix’s growth as a passer came with a common-sense approach — throw the ball in the vicinity of Seth Williams when in doubt. The quarterback and go-to receiver connected for two of Nix’s three passing touchdowns.