California vs Auburn Picks and Prediction – 9/7/2024

The California Golden Bears take east coast road trip in Week 2 to Alabama for a matchup with Auburn. California comes into week two undefeated following an 18 point victory to kick off their year in week one. Offensively California moved the ball well compiling 281 yards and scored 31 points after a 17 point second half. Defensively the Golden Bears did have some issues giving up 13 points on 304 yards but forced 3 turnovers to get the victory. Stay in the loop with our College Football Picks.

Fernando Mendoza carried the offensive load for California in week 1 completing 15 passes for 158 yards and one score in the game. Chandler Rogers completed 3 passes for 21 yards and ran the ball five times for 17 yards overall. Jadyn Ott was the top ball carrier for California with 49 yards and two scores on 14 carries. Nyziah Hunter led the team with 47 yards and one touchdown on 4 receptions.

The Auburn Tigers stay at home in week two undefeated following a 70 point blowout victory of Alabama A&M in week one. Defensively Auburn dominated the game giving up just three points on 240 yards of offense. Offensively Auburn rolled scoring 73 points including 52 in the first half on 628 total yards.

Payton Thorne carried the load for the Auburn offense completing 13 passes for 322 yards and four scores. Hank Bown came on to complete 3 passes for 96 yards and two touchdowns. Jarquez hunter led the team with 53 yards and one score on 4 carries and Peyton Thorne added 49 yards and one score in the game. Malcolm Simmons was the top receiver for Auburn 91 yards and one touchdown on three grabs.

Both teams come into this game undefeated but Auburn is the better team. The Tigers rolled n week 1 and will put that momentum into California. Look for Auburn to lean on their size and depth as they do the work to stay undefeated. Take the Tigers to keep it going in week 2 with a home win and cover. Final Score Prediction, Auburn Tigers win and cover 49-13.