In what could’ve been a trap game in the final tune up before SEC play, Auburn football won by multiple scores on Saturday, beating South Alabama 31-15.

The win improves the Tigers to 3-0 on the season, putting them in a confident spot before next week’s trip to Norman. Auburn’s performance wasn’t perfect, but it was enough to win and move on, making for a happy homecoming weekend.

Here are three takeaways from the game, as Auburn shifts its focus toward the SEC gauntlet.

Run game led the way

Auburn’s offense won the game on multiple fronts, but the running game was the difference.

The Tigers rushed for 195 yards and threw for 142. Similar to the Baylor win in Week 1, Jackson Arnold’s legs seemed to be a catalyst for the offensive success. He rushed for 50 yards and two touchdowns,

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