Iron Bowl Preview: No. 1 Alabama vs. No. 13 Auburn

Get After Sean White: Alabama’s second in the nation with 40 sacks, and they’re pass rush is capable of generating significant pressure when they only send four guys. Getting in Sean White’s face and hitting him often will be key for the Tide to slow down Auburn’s offense. White’s a catalyst for Auburn’s offense, if they can cut down his time to throw, and fluster him Auburn could be in for a long game.

Stay Disciplined Against The Read: The spread offenses that run the read-option used to be Alabama’s kryptonite, until Saban figured it out. Alabama’s defense is the fastest they’ve ever had, and possess insane lateral quickness. They will need to stay disciplined against the read, and not bite on the fakes that Auburn runs. Don’t count out Gus Malzahn when it comes to running trick plays in games like these.

Take Shots Downfield: Auburn’s secondary looked susceptible to the deep ball against Georgia, and with the talented receivers and tight ends Alabama has they can take shots downfield any time they want to. Auburn has the 52nd ranked passing defense, Alabama needs to take advantage of a favorable secondary matchup.