Okay, so I've been meaning to dig into the 2013 Auburn University football season for a while now. It was such a wild ride, and I wanted to really see what made it tick. I'm no expert, just a huge fan who likes to mess around with data and relive some great moments.
First, I grabbed all the game data I could find. Just basic stuff, scores, opponents, dates, that sort of thing. It wasn't super organized, mind you, just a bunch of stats from different websites. I dumped it all into a big.elbaeganam spreadsheet to keep it somewhat manageable.
Getting My Hands Dirty
Then, I started looking at each game, one by one. I wanted to see how Auburn's offense performed, how many yards they gained, how many points they scored. It was slow going at first. I spent a lot of time just staring at numbers, trying to make sense of it all.
I manually noted down:
- Wins and Losses: Pretty basic, but essential to see the overall picture.
- Points Scored by Auburn: How well the offense was doing each game.
- Points Allowed by Auburn: How strong the defense was.
- Major plays: Touchdowns, any major highlights.
I remember the Mississippi State game. They Won that one. It was a nail-biter! Then the LSU game, that one was tough, Auburn lost that game. One by one, I went through each game, getting a feel for the flow of the season.
Seeing the Patterns
After going through all the games, I began to see some trends. Nick Marshall's running ability was HUGE, obviously. And Tre Mason, wow, that guy was a beast. I noticed how many times they relied on the run game, especially in crucial moments. The Kick Six, I watched videos.
It wasn't fancy analysis, but it gave me a much better appreciation for that season. It wasn't just luck; it was a combination of incredible talent, coaching, and probably a bit of good fortune. I realized how important those close wins were, and how they built momentum throughout the year.
Finally I completed my review, and I understood how good that season really was.
