re: Is it consensus that this is Auburns year again?

I think Auburn has a good chance, if we stay healthy. It will be interesting to see how the season plays out. bama has an unproven QB. If he goes down it could get down right ugly for them. LSU is replacing their QB. A&M is in the same boat. An Ole Miss or State could sneak into the #2 spot in the West this year.