Well, ESPN’s Football Power Index is giving Auburn little love heading into Week 4. Despite the Tigers’ perfect 3-0 start, the numbers don’t favor them against Oklahoma. After 20,000 simulations, the Sooners came out ahead 65.3% of the time, leaving Auburn just a 34.7% chance to spring the upset. So now, with John Mateer fueling a lethal offense and Brent Venables ’ defense smothering opponents, the model suggests Auburn’s unbeaten run may not be enough to slow down the Sooners. And the cautious buzz around the Tigers is growing louder. Here comes why.
Auburn heads into Week 4 against Oklahoma with a few bumps and bruises. And according to On3’s Pete Thamel’s report, the biggest question mark hangs over star WR Eric Singleton Jr . The explosive playmaker is listed as questionable,