Auburn football officially starts the 2024 season this Saturday by hosting Alabama A&M at Jordan-Hare Stadium. For those interested in how to watch or listen to the game live, here are the details.
Auburn (0-0, 0-0 SEC) will showcase several new faces, particularly on the offensive side, as they take on Alabama A&M (0-0, 0-0 SWAC) Saturday night. Fans are eager to see Payton Thorne connect with freshman receivers Perry Thompson and Cam Coleman, along with new transfers Robert Lewis and KeAndre Lambert-Smith. However, as is typical for season openers, there are concerns regarding execution. Head coach Hugh Freeze expressed his confidence in the team’s ability to perform on Saturday.
Freeze commented, “I feel comfortable with our fundamental calls and that our quarterbacks are prepared for specific challenges. The defensive front may present surprises compared to what we’ve planned, but some elements remain constant, such as how many defenders are in the box. Early in the game, we should focus on executing our base plays. Adjustments may be made on the sideline, but decisions about handing off or passing should be managed well. Our pass protection has faced a variety of looks, so our execution at the fundamentals shouldn’t falter even if we see different defensive alignments.”
Below are key details regarding Auburn’s game against Alabama A&M, including a broadcast guide, injury updates, and players to keep an eye on.