Thanks for the post - and the kind words about the Catamounts
Western Carolina (1-5, 0-3 SoCon) at Auburn (4-1, 2-1 SEC) 2 p.m. ESPN3
The Catamounts have shown some great resiliency in their games, but have struggled to find and maintain a consistent rhythm for an entire game. Western Carolina has found ways to take advantage of sophomore Troy Mitchell’s dual-threat capabilities and the potential is evident. However, the results have not yet caught up to the potential besides stringing together some effective scoring drives here and there. Mitchell ranks second in the league in total offense, averaging 275.6 yards per game. The growth of junior wide receiver Karnorris Benson has coincided with Mitchell’s play from the quarterback position. Benson has developed into one of the conference’s elite receivers and leads the league with six touchdown grabs. The defense ranks last in the Southern Conference in points allowed and looks to be in for a challenge against Auburn and head coach Gus Malzahn’s hurry-up offense. The Tigers offense is led by junior Nick Marshall who also presents a dual-threat and has accounted for 1,190 yards and six touchdowns on the season.
Prediction: Auburn 52 Western Carolina 21
"Go Cats" - in honor of Catamount man / Pickens
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