Another week, another overmatched opponent for Auburn football.

The Tigers are set to face South Alabama on Saturday, an in-state opponent from the Sun Belt who, on paper at least, should be more formidable than Ball State.

South Alabama is coming off a 33-31 loss to Tulane, in which a spirited fourth-quarter comeback came up just short. It’s also the first time in program history the Jaguars will face one of the state’s SEC powers.

That gives them plenty to play for as they hope to challenge Auburn, despite being 24.5-point underdogs.

With that said, here are our three keys to victory for the Tigers.

Start fast

This was the first key we listed for last week’s game against Ball State, but it may be even more important against South Alabama.

The Jaguars seem far more capable of com

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