Week 5 of the college football season brings another SEC clash as the No. 22 Auburn Tigers hit the road to take on the No. 10 Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Both teams have strong momentum heading into this pivotal matchup in College Station.
Game Information
- Matchup: No. 22 Auburn Tigers vs. No. 10 Texas A&M Aggies
- Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Location: Kyle Field – College Station, TX
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Streaming Options: Watch live on the ESPN app, or stream via providers like Fubo (free trial), Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV.
Betting Odds (via ESPN BET)
- Spread: Texas A&M -6.5
- Total (O/U): 52.5 points
- Opening Line: Auburn +6.5 | A&M -6.5
Oddsmakers give the Aggies a slight edge at home, with the line moving toward A&M after opening closer.
Team Form: Last Five Games
Auburn Tigers (3-1, 0-1 SEC)
- 9/20: L 24-17 at Oklahoma
- 9/13: W 31-15 vs. South Alabama
- 9/6: W 42-3 vs. Ball State
- 8/29: W 38-24 at Baylor
- 11/30/24: L 28-14 at Alabama
Quarterback J. Arnold has passed for 721 yards and 5 touchdowns, while running back J. Cobb anchors the ground game with 375 rushing yards and 4 scores. Receiver C. Coleman leads with 237 yards on 13 catches.
Texas A&M Aggies (3-0, 0-0 SEC)
- 9/13: W 41-40 at Notre Dame
- 9/6: W 44-22 vs. Utah State
- 8/30: W 42-24 vs. UTSA
- 12/27/24: L 35-31 vs. USC
- 11/30/24: L 17-7 vs. Texas
Quarterback M. Reed has been efficient, with 869 passing yards, 9 touchdowns, and just 1 interception. Wideout M. Craver has already racked up 443 receiving yards and 4 touchdowns, while L. Moss adds balance with 168 rushing yards and 4 scores.
Key Matchups to Watch
- QB Battle: Arnold’s consistency vs. Reed’s explosiveness.
- Skill Talent: Auburn’s Cobb and Coleman must shine, but A&M’s Craver looks like the best playmaker on the field.
- Defensive Fronts: Auburn’s K. Crawford (3 sacks) and A&M’s C. Howell (3 sacks) both aim to disrupt opposing quarterbacks.
Weather Outlook
Kickoff conditions in College Station are expected to be 90°F and sunny, creating a tough environment for Auburn to handle in front of a loud Kyle Field crowd.
Prediction
Auburn has shown flashes of strong offensive play, but Texas A&M has proven itself against tougher competition and carries more balance on both sides of the ball. With Reed and Craver in rhythm, the Aggies should protect home field.
Projected Score: Texas A&M 31, Auburn 21