Football

Defense excels, offense and special teams lag behind in 20-13 loss to Georgia

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 16

In the SEC, it takes contributions from the offense, defense and special teams to win every week. Unfortunately for Auburn, only one unit showed up to Saturday’s 20-13 loss to Georgia. The defense played its best game of the season for the second consecutive week, holding the Bulldogs to 243 yards of offense, the lowest total since Oct.

Auburn offense sputters in 20-13 loss to Georgia

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | November 16

Despite allowing the lowest yardage in an SEC game since 2011, the Tigers couldn't get anything going on offense.

OPINION: College Station is a must-see in the SEC

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | November 12

The Auburn family is notorious for traveling well for football games, especially around SEC country.

Fun with numbers: The Deep South's Oldest Rivalry

By Nathan Deal | Sports Writer | November 11

Auburn is 55-55-8 against Georgia. “The Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry” has been played 118 times, fifth-most in college football history.

Malzahn confident in both quarterbacks but undecided on starter entering Georgia game

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 11

Coach Gus Malzahn has yet to announce whether Jeremy Johnson or Sean White will start in Auburn’s game against Georgia, and the signal-caller may not be revealed until the starters are announced Saturday in Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Shifting momentum

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | November 11

After a season that once looked lost, the Auburn Tigers suddenly find themselves within reaching distance of a bowl.

Davis growing up quickly in Auburn secondary

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 11

Davis has more than offset his struggles with his production, as he has played in every game for Auburn and recorded 31 tackles, three interceptions and four pass breakups.

Editor-to-editor: The Red & Black talks Auburn-Georgia

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | November 11

Taylor Denman, sports editor of The Red & Black, the University of Georgia's student newspaper, answers a few questions about the Auburn/Georgia matchup.

Several defenders dealing with injuries as Auburn prepares for Georgia

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 11

The worst of Auburn’s injuries was that of Jeremiah Dinson, who suffered several injuries on one play late in the third quarter against Texas A&M.

Kerryon Johnson carving out a role

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | November 11

The freshman running back has emerged as a reliable contributor out of the backfield.

OPINION: Persistence has paid off for Auburn

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 11

Malzahn’s squad will likely finish 7-5 in a season in which it could have easily slid to 4-8. The Tigers will be playing in the postseason instead of watching the bowl games from the sofa, and they have continued to improve when many expected them to quit.

Auburn cornerback ruled out for the season

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 10

Freshman Jeremiah Dinson will not return this year due to a knee injury, coach Gus Malzahn announced on "Tiger Talk," his weekly radio show, Monday night.

Jeremy Johnson leads Auburn to 26-10 road win over #19 Texas A&M

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | November 9

Johnson finished 13-17 for 132 yards and a touchdown as the Tigers piled up 443 yards, while the defense held Texas A&M to 303 yards, the lowest Auburn has allowed in over a year.

Defense turns in best performance of season against Texas A&M

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 9

A week after surrendering a season-high 558 yards to Ole Miss, the Auburn defense quieted the Aggie faithful and their offense in the defense’s best performance of the season in College Station, Texas, Saturday night.

C.J. Uzomah #81 catches ball. Texas A&M vs Auburn at Auburn, AL on Nov 8, 2014. (Kenny Moss | Photographer)

Live football updates from Texas A&M

By Staff Report | November 7

Live updates from The Auburn Plainsman's sports staff from Texas A&M.

Carlson named a Lou Groza Award semifinalist

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 5

Carlson was one of 20 college kickers named a Lou Groza Award semifinalist Thursday morning. The award is given annually to the best place kicker in college football.

Rhett Lashlee updates status of three injured offensive players

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 4

Quarterback Sean White, running back Peyton Barber and wide receiver Stanton Truitt entered Auburn's game against Ole Miss recovering from injuries suffered against Arkansas.

Daniel Phillips takes center stage as Auburn's Mic-Man

By Nathan Deal | Sports Writer | November 4

Talking in front of a group of people can be a nerve-racking experience for some. Many students struggle with nerves when presenting a speech or project in a class.

Jovon Robinson bursts onto scene against Ole Miss, has 'opportunity' to receive more carries going forward

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 2

Robinson, who has dealt with a nagging ankle injury throughout the season, led all rushers with 91 yards on 18 carries against the Rebels in his first action since the LSU game.

Auburn-Georgia kickoff time announced

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | November 2

The SEC announced Monday Auburn and Georgia will kickoff at 11 a.m. on CBS on Nov. 14.