“Bo (Nix) and Seth (Williams) have a special bond,” Auburn coach GusMalzahn said.
“It was down to the end and that’s the way this series hasgone.”Auburn (3-2 Southeastern) rallied from a 28-27 deficit on its finaloffensive series, covering 80 yards in six plays.
Nix finished 23 of 30 passing for 238 yards, with thebiggest plays reserved for Williams.
Jerrion Ealyhad a 5-yard touchdown run to give Ole Miss a 28-27 lead with 5:43 left,setting up Auburns game-winning drive.
Nix directed touchdown drives of 95, 79, 88, 80 and 80 yards and did nothave a turnover after coming off a loss to South Carolina with threeinterceptions.