Week 2 · College Football
The TailgateNinjas model gives Auburn a 92% chance to beat Southern Miss in this College Football matchup. Updated August 29, 2026.

#113 Sun Belt Conference
Southern Miss
0% to make the 12

#24 Southeastern Conference
Auburn
12% to make the 12
Auburn is a heavy favorite — 92% in the model. Upset alert if it's close.
Southern Miss
8%
to win
Auburn
92%
to win
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Auburn leads 18–5
Last met 2018 · Auburn 24–13 Southern Miss— Auburn won
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