As usual, there's a lot at stake for the Crimson Tide (7-1, 4-1), which would win the Southeastern Conference's Western Division by winning its final three league games.

The Auburn Tigers insist they're not susceptible to a letdown in between an emotional win and a rivalry game.

Mississippi State, Florida State and Auburn have held their spots in the second College Football Playoff rankings, with Oregon joining them in the top four.

Auburn gets ready for a Saturday showdown against Texas A&M.

Auburn coach Bruce Pearl has undergone back surgery but isn't expected to miss any time on the sidelines.

Kris Frost and Cassanova McKinzy had been coming through for Auburn even before they combined on the team's biggest play of the season.

Now, Alabama sees a clearly defined path to all of its big-picture goals.

Howard Leads Southern Past Alabama State 28-21

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