

Oregon, Arkansas, Los Angeles are all different,” said Brennan on the confidence his program has gained since. One could deem it a “good loss.” And then there’s Brennan’s signature win against the Arkansas Razorbacks in 2019. Brennan had that SJS team going with energy and conviction. In a 35-22 loss to the Oregon Ducks in 2018, the Spartans made it entertaining - doing a lot with less. “We’ve always been friends, stayed in touch and I have tremendous respect for him and his staff.” “Coach Harsin has been a fantastic coach for a long time and we’ve gotten to work against each other for years now,” said Brennan from Harsin’s time at Boise State. But with the Mercer blowout last week, it’s all good again, maybe. Auburn’s receiving corp is also still in “proving” mode with Ja’Varrius Johnson the key target to frustrateĬonsider Auburn’s 6-7 record last season it all led to an unprecedented investigation on then first-year head coach Bryan Harsin.

So, let’s challenge ourselves on the improbableīut first, the obvious thought: Auburn will win by having more all-around size, speed and athleticism ( though the new CFP format hopefully equalizes the FBS over time). Auburn’s version of Hades will be higher humidity, the prototypical SEC crowd and possible thunderstorm delays. Even the Bay Area weather has offered inferno temperatures this week at SJS practices. Most critics and the public say no chance in hell for the Spartans. the Auburn Tigers (1-0, 0-0 SEC) - losing twice at Auburn 59-13 and 35-21 in 20, respectively.Ī $1.85 million pay day for San Jose State is the only guaranteed win in an otherwise sacrificial David vs. Head-to-head history: San Jose State (1-0, 0-0 MW) is 0-2 vs. Location: Jordan-Hare Stadium – Auburn, ALĭate/Time: Saturday, September 10th 4:30 PM PDT
