Auburn vs. Arkansas
October 4, 2012
The Auburn Plainsman SEC Roundup
Which SEC teams are on the rise and who finds themselves behind the ball with only four games played
Senior Profile: Emory Blake
The man with Auburn’s longest-recorded play from scrimmage
Key Matchups
What Auburn needs to focus on coming off a loss to LSU
Back in time
A look back at the 2011 matchup against Arkansas and what Auburn must do to avoid a repeat
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Hog tied
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Troop keeps it goin’
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The Tigers leave behind a close loss to LSU and an extra week of rest to battle the Arkansas Razorbacks Senior Profile Emory Blake Page 10
Arkansas 2011 A look back at last years outing against the Razorbacks Page 3
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Pass to the past
What the Tigers have to do in order to avoid a 2011 repeat Auburn went into last year’s meeting with the Arkansas Razorbacks at 4–1 and ranked 15th in the country. The defending national champs were still on a SEC-winning streak that had reached 11 games after impressive early-season wins against fellow top-20 sides Mississippi State and South Carolina. Though Auburn fans weren’t expecting the wins to come in 2011 at quite the rate they did in 2010, they certainly weren’t prepared for what the Hogs had in store for their Tigers in Fayetteville Saturday, Oct. 8. The game started inconspicuously enough as the two offenses couldn’t get much of anything going on their opening drives and traded punts. Unfortunately for Auburn, On Auburn’s next possession Little Rock, Ark. native sophomore Michael Dyer welcomed himself home with a 55-yard touchdown scamper that put the Tigers up 7–0 early in the first. Arkansas responded with a few big pass plays before tying the game on a short run. After another Clark
punt—this one still not impressing at 39 yards— Auburn defensive end Corey Lemonier sacked Wilson, and fellow lineman Jeff Whitaker recovered. Auburn marched down the field and took a 14–7 on a touchdown run by an even younger Arkansas native who was even closer to home. Northwest Arkansas’ Kiehl Frazier earned the six points playing just minutes from where he played his high school ball. The Razorbacks went on to roll in the second half, however, and with a final score of 38-14, and the Tigers limped back to the Plains. Some clear lessons from the box score of last year’s game show what Auburn must improve to take care of business this time around. Auburn had 11 penalties for more than 100 yards. Arkansas had just four for what turned out to be an inconsequential 26 yards. Auburn had three turnovers while forcing only one. Auburn’s offensive line must ensure quarterbacks have time to see the field, make their reads and get rid of the ball in a smart, effective manner.
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Running backs Tre Mason and Onterio McCalebb are leading the Tigers in rushing thus far through the season. The Tigers averaged 153 yards on the ground through four games.
Between the tackles
What the Tigers have to do to keep the Razorbacks at bay John Burns Sports Reporter
The Arkansas vs. Auburn game this Saturday will feature several key matchups that will likely decide the outcome of the game. Tyler Wilson, who will be the most explosive offensive player on the field, will face an Auburn secondary that has given up 211 yards a game through the air, but the Auburn defense has not played against a quarterback of Wilson’s class. Yes, Wilson’s team is 1–3, but that is more a result of an abrupt change of coaches in the offseason than the quarterback’s inadequacies. Make no mistake, Wilson is dangerous. Last year, Wilson turned Auburn’s secondary into Swiss cheese as he passed for 262 yards and three touchdowns. Auburn’s defense is coming off a confidence booster against LSU, but will need to remain wary of the Arkansas quarterback’s prowess. If the secondary can limit Wilson to about 230 yards
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Gene Chizik is in his fourth year as head coach of the Tigers.
and two touchdown throws, the Tigers should have an excellent chance of winning, simply because the Arkansas defense has been dismal this year. In fact, Arkansas’ defense averages about 510 yards against them each game and around 160 on the ground. Auburn, being a predominantly run-oriented offense, will look to exploit the Arkansas front seven in search for its first SEC victory. The Tigers have averaged 153 yards on the ground through four games, but will need to improve that number if they expect a win this weekend. Tre Mason and Ontario McCalebb are averaging more than five yards a carry this season and are two of Auburn’s more reliable offensive players. If the duo can establish a strong running game that opens up the pass for Kiehl Frazier, the Auburn offense will thrive. It all starts on the ground against a defense like Arkansas, and if Auburn can exploit the weaknesses, the wheels may come off for the Razorbacks.
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Team depth charts Quarterback
Kiehl Frazier - So. Clint Moseley - Jr. Jonathan Wallace - Fr.
Running Back
Defensive End Dee Ford - Jr. Craig Sanders - Jr. Nosa Eguae - Jr. Defensive Tackle Jeffrey Whitaker - Jr. Gabe Wright - So. Tyler Nero - Fr. Defensive Tackle Angelo Blackson - So. Kenneth Carter - Jr. Devaunte Sigler - So. Defensive End Corey Lemonier - Jr. LaDarius Owens - So. Nosa Eguae - Jr. Outside Linebacker (WILL) Jonathan Evans - Sr. Justin Garrett - So. Middle Linebacker (MIKE) Jake Holland - Jr. Cassanova McKinzy - Fr. Outside Linebacker (SAM) Daren Bates - Sr. Kris Frost - RS Fr. Cornerback Chris Davis - Jr. Jonathon Mincy - So. Safety Jermaine Whitehead - So. Demetruce McNeal - Jr. Safety 2 Demetruce McNeal - Jr. Trent Fisher - So. Cornerback Ryan White - Jr. T’Sharvan Bell - Sr.
Onterio McCalebb - Sr. Tre Mason - So. Mike Blakely - RS Fr. Fullback J.C. Copeland - Jr. Connor Neighbors - So.
Wide Receiver
Emory Blake - Sr. Sammie Coates - RS Fr. Ricardo Louis - Fr.
Wide Receiver 2
Trovon Reed - So. Travante Stallworth- Sr.
3-wide
Quan Bray - So.
Tight End
P. Lutzenkirchen - Sr. Brandon Fulse - So. C.J. Uzomah - So. Left Tackle Greg Robinson - RS Fr. Shon Coleman - RS Fr.
Left Guard
John Sullen - Sr. Alex Kozan - Fr.
Center
Reese Dismukes - So. Tunde Fariyike - So. Right Guard Chad Slade - So. C. Westerman - RS Fr. Right Tackle Avery Young - Fr. Patrick Miller - Fr. Place Kicker Cody Parkey - Jr. Alex Kviklys - Fr. Punter Steven Clark - Jr. J.D. Strawbridge - Fr. Kick-off Specialist Cody Parkey - Jr. Alex Kviklys - Fr. Holder Ryan White - Jr. Steven Clark - Jr. Punt Returner Quan Bray - So. Trovon Reed - So. Kick Returner Quan Bray - So. Onterio McCalebb - Sr.
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Quarterback Tyler Wilson - Sr. Brandon Allen - Fr. Running Back Knile Davis - Jr. Dennis Johnson - Sr. Ronnie Wingo Jr. Wide Receiver Mekale McKay - Fr. Demetrius Wilson - Jr. Keon Hatcher - Fr. Cobi Hamilton - Sr. Javontee Herndon - Jr. Keante Minor - So. Tight End Chris Gragg - Sr. Austin Tate - Jr. Alex Voelzke - Fr. Offensive Tackle David Hurd - Jr. Chris Stringer - So. Brey Cook - So. Jason Peacock - Sr. Offensive Guard Tyler Deacon - Sr. Luke Charpentier - So. Alvin Bailey - Jr. Center Travis Swanson - Jr. Mitch Smothers - So. Place Kicker Zach Hocker - Jr. John Henson - So. Punter Dylan Breeding - Sr. Holder Brian Buehner - So. Punt Returner Dennis Johnson - Sr. Keante Minor - So.
Kick Returner Dennis Johnson - Sr. Nate Holmes - Fr. Ronnie Wingo Jr. - Sr. Long Snapper Alan D’Appollonio Will Coleman Defensive End Trey Flowers - So. Austin Flynn - Jr. Chris Smith - Jr. Colton Miles-Nash - Sr. Defensive Tackle DeQuinta Jones - Sr. Robert Thomas - Jr. Byran Jones - Jr. Alfred Davis - Sr. Jared Green - Sr. Linebacker Jarrett Lake - Jr. Daunte Carr - So. Alonzo Highsmith - Sr. Terrell Williams - Sr. Tenarius Wright - Sr. Kiero Small - Sr. Cornerback Tevin Mitchel - 1V Kaelon Kelleybrew - Tr. Davyon McKinney - Rs. Darius Winston - Sr. Will Hines - Fr. Safety Ross Rasner - Sr. Alan Turner - So. Eric Bennett - Jr. Rohan Gaines - Fr.
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Razorback Wilson revs up for senior season Ali Jenkins Sports Reporter
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Tyler Wilson passed for more than 8,000 yards in his high school career.
Tyler Wilson knows what it takes to be a great quarterback. Wilson was making headlines before he ever donned a Razorback jersey. The 6-foot-3-inch, 220-pound quarterback had one of the most prolific high school careers in Arkansas history, passing for more than 8,000 yards and 93 touchdowns while leading his team to three straight state titles. His offensive production continued into last season, his first as a starter. Wilson’s 2011 Razorbacks went 11–2, tying
the school’s single-season record. Wilson finished the year passing for 3,638 yards and 24 touchdowns with just six interceptions, becoming the second quarterback in school history to throw for 3,000 yards in a single season. His 63.2 completion percentage was the thirdhighest single-season total in school history and ranked third in the SEC. The Greenwood, Ark., native capped off his record-breaking year by becoming the first Razorback to be named first-team All-SEC quarterback on the AP and coaches’ teams. Wilson announced
Jan. 13, 2012 that he would return to Arkansas for his senior season in hopes of adding to the nine school records he already holds. But this year hasn’t exactly gone as planned. After suf fering a sidelining head injury against LouisianaMonroe, Wilson could only sit and watch as his team fell apart in the 52–0 rout by No. 1 Alabama. The loss didn’t sit well with the accomplished quarterback. In the post-game press conference, Wilson did the only thing he could do: he called out his teammates for giving up.
“Obviously that wasn’t pretty to watch,” Wilson said. “Sucks I couldn’t be out there to do something about it. Do I feel that we, at times, gave up out there? Yeah, absolutely. As a leader, it sucks to see people not do their jobs and to see things go wrong. There has been a lot of things go that way.” It’s no surprise Wilson was angry. After much success in high school and college, watching your team tumble to a 1–4 record hurts. Wilson has had a productive season so far with 79 completions for 1,355 yards and nine touchdowns while av-
eraging 338.8 yards per game. But five interceptions in four games isn’t exactly reassuring. His below-par 54.5 percent pass completion is also a concern, making some question whether he made a mistake in choosing to forego the NFL draft to play his senior season. There’s no doubt Wilson has the talent to pull out a decent record, but four straight losses makes for an uphill battle. Now it’s up to the redshirt senior to get his team back on track in front of a hostile crowd in Jordan-Hare Stadium.
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THE STATE OF THE Five weeks into the season, the SEC has remained the benchmark of success. The Associated Press ranks five SEC teams—No. 1 Alabama, No. 4 LSU, No. 5 Georgia, No. 6 South Carolina and No. 10 Florida—in the top 10 and six—No. 20 Mississippi State—in the top 25. The Pac-12 is tied with the SEC for most teams in the top 25, but No. 2 Oregon is its only representative in the top 10. The disclaimer, of course, is that it’s not even halfway through the season. Heading into the heart of the divisional schedule, the SEC’s parity will most likely whittle those numbers down some. Alabama has yet to play LSU, and Georgia has both Florida and South Carolina left on the schedule. With seven games left, here is where the SEC stands so far.
Playing for the title
Although five SEC teams are in the top 10, Alabama and LSU are the favorites to contend for the BCS title, with Georgia being the wild card. Love them or hate them, Nick Saban has built a dynasty in Tuscaloosa. Barring a USC-level investigation or a return to the NFL by Saban, Alabama looks to be a perennial contender with a vicious running game and smash mouth defense. The road to the title game once again runs through LSU (5–0). The two will clash in Baton Rouge, La., this year. The Tigers have looked dominant for the most part, but injuries and a near loss at Auburn have the Crimson Tide
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Playing for bowl games
Missouri, Tennessee, Mississippi State and Texas A&M all have a chance to contend for one of the bigger bowl games. This is good news considering Tennessee didn’t make it to a bowl game, and Mississippi State and Texas A&M each finished at .500 last season. Of the four, Mississippi State (4– 0) looks to have the best shot at finishing well above 6–6. The Bulldogs boast solid defense and have a winnable schedule, despite the obligatory away games at Alabama and
(5–0) relishing the Nov. 3 matchup. Whoever wins the SEC title will most likely earn a BCS Championship berth, but that means Georgia (5–0) will still have a chance to steal the crown. The Bulldogs are much improved this year and have the weapons to score on any defense. The Bulldogs’ only concerns are on defense, where mental mistakes and missed tackles have allowed teams such as Buffalo and Tennessee to momentarily smell an upset. Freshmen running backs Todd Gurley and Keith Marshall have made fans forget the loss of Isaiah Crowell, however, and Aaron Murray may be the best quarterback in the SEC.
LSU. Missouri (3–2) would, and still may, be in that conversation, but quarterback James Franklin’s injury to his throwing shoulder has stalled the offense and perhaps any chance of success in the team’s first season in the SEC. Texas A&M (3–1) and Tennessee (3–2) have the ability to win games, but with three games against top-20 SEC teams left on the schedule for each of them, these teams are going to have to win all the games they’re supposed to win and some they’re not.
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Missed it by that much
Florida (4–0) and South Carolina (5–0) could have had a decent shot of at least making the SEC title game, but a tough schedule down the stretch may prevent that from happening. Florida plays LSU this week, but a double-header of South Carolina and Georgia at home starting two weeks later will test the Gators. That, plus ending the season at now-No. 3 Florida State, will either vault the Gators to the top or drop them out of the rankings.
South Carolina has impressed so far, as well. Marcus Lattimore looks remarkably strong after tearing his ACL last season, and Connor Shaw has looked good when not injured. And yet, like Florida, a strong SEC schedule and a highly ranked in-state rival may be their undoing. The Gamecocks play Georgia at home this week, but will also play on the road at LSU, Florida and No-15 Clemson. South Carolina will also face Tennessee and Arkansas at home, two wild-card teams who may be playing the spoiler role by late October.
Robert Lee / Editor-In-Chief
Playing for respect
This is the cellar of the SEC, but unlike wine, these teams are still sitting here because they are the worst. For the coaching staffs of some of these teams–Auburn, Kentucky and Arkansas specifically–this section might as well be called “playing for your job.” Auburn (1–3) has underachieved this season, and the team’s biggest accomplishment has been a close loss to LSU. Chizik will most likely get one more season to prove he can take Auburn back to the heights of 2010, but how his team finishes this season will go a long way in determining that.
Like Auburn, Arkansas (1–4) is winless in the division, however, fans in Little Rock have no love for John L. Smith. If Smith is going to keep his position, the Razorbacks are going to have to play like everyone expected they would. In Kentucky (1–4), Joker Phillips seems lined up for his third straight losing season since taking over the job in 2010. A poor performance down the stretch may have the Wildcats looking elsewhere. As for the rest of the SEC, Ole Miss (3–2) may have the best chance at a 6–6 record if they win this week vs. Texas A&M and the week after against Auburn.
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Senior profile: Emory Blake
John Burns Sports Reporter
One player that has remained constant and consistent in Auburn’s offense over the years is wide receiver Emory Blake. Blake is a 6-foot-2-inch 193 pound senior from Austin, Texas and one of the most valuable players on Auburn’s offense. He is the undisputed go-to guy and most reliable wide receiver on the team. His 94-yard touchdown reception in 2010 is the Auburn record for longest play from scrimmage. Blake has four 100 yard receiving games in his collegiate career.
Blake also has 90 receptions in his career, 1455 yards receiving and 14 touchdowns. This year Blake has 12 receptions for 222 yards and a touchdown. He will expect to add to those numbers this weekend against a relatively weak Arkansas defense. Much will depend on his hands and speed if the Tigers want to have a formidable offense for the rest of the season. Blake’s best yardage season was in 2011 with 613 yards, while his most efficient touchdown year was in 2010 with 8. Blake is studying Public Administration.
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Emory Blake holds the record for the longest play from scrimmage; a 94-yard catch and run for a touchdown against The University of Louisiana at Monroe in 2010.
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“War Eagle” battle cry is far superior to Arkansas’ “Woo Pig Sooie” cheer, but let’s take a closer look before drawing too many conclusions. The Auburn battle cry originated from the football game against the University of Georgia in 1892, when a veteran of the Civil War brought an eagle he found on a Civil War battlefield to the game. The eagle broke free and majestically circled the football field. When Auburn won the game, the fans cheered the “War Eagle” battle cry. Winning that crucial game also continued the eagle flying the stadium before each home
game. Arkansas’ chant “Woo Pig Sooie” originates from farmers that wanted to encourage the football team to win the next game. By yelling this phrase to encourage the spirit of the razorbacks, Arkansas’ fans created a large cheering section that recited the cheer. Although our mascot is a tiger, the eagle is an important part of who we are as a university. It symbolizes more than just winning the game that further consummated the Auburn/ Georgia rivalry. Although Aubie is the best mascot in the nation, proven by many wins from the Universal Cheerleaders Association Mascot National Championship, the “War Eagle” brings the feeling of family all over the world. The difference between Auburn and Arkansas’ chants is simple.
Auburn’s “War Eagle” means more to students, faculty and alumni than just cheering on their football team. “War Eagle” is also a greeting. Everyone who has ever worn the Auburn logo, whether they are in Alabama or California, has received a friendly “War Eagle” from a perfect stranger. This, my friends, is a “War Eagle Moment.” Being from out of state, hearing this phrase even in the Philadelphia airport makes me remember the fact that I am and will forever be a part of the Auburn family. Although Arkansas’ “Woo Pig Sooie” helps pump up its football team, like Auburn’s “War Eagle,” it does not have the same sentimental effect off the field as “War Eagle” does. Although I may be biased, the facts are crystal clear; Auburn’s chant is and forever will be better than Arkansas’ chant.
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Typical Schedule for an 11 a.m. kickoff 5:00 – 5:30 a.m. Kappa Kappa Psi Work Crew at Stadium
5:30 a.m. Percussion and Tiger Eyes WarmUp (Band Field)
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9:00 a.m. Tiger Walk Begins Rebecca Croomes / Photo Editor
9:20 a.m. Bands A, B, C, D assemble at Spirit March locations
9:40 a.m. Spirit March Begins 9:45 a.m. Four Corners Pep Rally 9:55 a.m. Full Band reorganizes in South Tunnel
10:02 a.m. March Around
The Auburn marching band performes during the LSU game Saturday, Sept 21.
The marching band commitment What is a typical game day schedule like for marching band members?
10:30 a.m. President’s Box 10:47 a.m. Approximate start time for Pregame Show
11:00 a.m. Kick-Off Rebecca Croomes / Photo Editor
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Tough tests await Tigers after consecutive home games
Auburn Tigers remaining games
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The Tigers attempt to block a field goal against the Ole Miss Rebel Black Bears Saturday October 29, 2011.
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Cafe Jordan-Hare finally opens Melody Kitchens Intrigue Editor
On Friday, Oct. 5, the general public will have its first opportunity to wine and dine on the 50-yard line of JordanHare Stadium. “It was always the idea of the Auburn Athletics Department to enhance the gameday weekend experience, and this is just one of those events,” said Wendy Carlson of the Auburn Athletics Department. At Café Jordan-Hare, guests will first enter through the McCartney Plaza at Gate 10 outside the Tiger’s Den, tour the Auburn Tigers locker room and will then come through the warning track on the south end zone of Jordan-
Hare. From 6:30-9:30 p.m., dinner, wine and beer will be served by six cook-to-order interactive chef stations, featuring local and regional chefs. A jazz-combo band will play alongside dinner. Although currently uncertain of future dates, Carlson said Auburn Athletics plans to hold this event again in the future. Tickets are $150 per person and can be purchased at auburntigers.com/gameday/ arkansas.
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