The Opelika Bulldogs (2-0) will host the Auburn Tigers (1-1) tonight in a Class 7A region showdown at Bulldog Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
This cross-town rivalry always brings excitement, and both teams enter with plenty on the line. Opelika has opened the season with two wins, averaging 30.5 points per game behind quarterback Colby Key (#5), who has thrown for 167.5 yards per game. Running back CJ Johnson (#3) adds balance to the offense with 68 rushing yards per game, while lineman Darius Whitlow (#75) has anchored the line with 10 pancake blocks through two games. Defensively, Tremaine Thomas (#90) leads the charge with 1.5 sacks per game.
Auburn, meanwhile, sits at 1-1 after splitting its first two contests. Quarterback Cason Myers (#15) has been the Tigers’ leader, averaging 147 passing yards per game, while wide receiver Antonio Welch (#5) has chipped in with nearly 70 receiving yards per game. On defense, Greg Williams (#3) leads with 9.5 tackles per game.
By the Numbers
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Auburn Tigers (1-1): Averaging 19 points per game, 124 total yards per game, ranked No. 115 nationally, No. 5 in Alabama.
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Opelika Bulldogs (2-0): Averaging 30.5 points per game, 343 total yards per game, ranked No. 306 nationally, No. 11 in Alabama.
Opelika has been more explosive on offense, but Auburn has shown toughness on defense and will look to slow down the Bulldogs’ balanced attack.
Live Coverage: Fans can follow live scores on MaxPreps.
How to Watch: Stream the game live on the NFHS Network (subscription: $13.99/month or $79.99/year).
