re: Does Auburn have a shot if they play Franklin all game?

Sure they do. But they're not likely to do that from what I've read. The thing is, LSU appears to be better against the run this season than they were a year ago so it's going to be strength against strength on both sides of the ball. Both teams can and will run the ball well at times. I'd say the team which executes the passing game the best will win this game.