Blackout!

There's going to a blackout at Sanford Stadium on Saturday. Don't worry - your cheesy nachos will still be available. The senior players have requested that fans wear black to the game. This shouldn't be an issue for the ladies. The gentlemen, on the other hand, may need to search the back of the closet or make a stop at Penny's to pick up appropriate gear.

Please, no swashbuckling in the family-friendly tailgating areas.

I'll be honest - I don't care for this type of thing. It smells of Donnan-esque extra stripes on the helmet and black britches. That said, emotion has proven to be a huge factor this year and the seniors on this team have been through a lot the last two years. So, if they want me to wear black, I'll wear black.

Garth is Georgia. Are you?

While we all sport our Euro-chic finest in the stands, there should be plenty of action on the field as the Dawgs resume the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry, which has not yet been renamed by Michael Adams. A few things to keep an eye on during the game:

• Quentin Groves: Auburn's defensive end has moved to linebacker to make room for another talented DE, Antonio Coleman. Expect Stafford to test the new linebacker's cover abilities early and often
• Auburn running backs: Auburn's ground game is always strong. If DT Kade Weston is absent or slowed down by injury, expect Lester, Tate, and Fannin to test the Dawgs up the middle early and often.
• Tommy Tuberville: Rumors swirl about a potential exit to greener pastures at Texas A&M. This could be his last trip to Sanford Stadium.
• The Scoreboard: Arkansas and Tennessee kickoff at 12:30, so the outcome of this important game should be known shortly after we sing the national anthem.
• Brandon Cox: The Auburn QB proved to be fragile in the psyche department last year. Expect Willie Martinez to try to rattle Cox early and often.
• Tra Battle: Expect the former Dawg player and current Dawg fan to leap from the stands, clad in full ninja gear, and intercept a Cox pass three times before it touches the ground.
• The restrooms: As Sonny says, "Defend the Water Supply." Let's hope that the attendants stop by early and often.

In tailgating news, Dawgs of the World will reunite at the usual spot bright and early. The weather forecast is mostly sunny, cold in the morning and pleasant in the afternoon. So, wear layers. Black layers.