Football

Pulse check: Lambert-Smith is lifeline of struggling Auburn offense

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | September 22

In Auburn's matchup against Arkansas, Auburn wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith recorded five receptions for 156 yards and two touchdowns in the Tigers' 24-14 loss. Despite his impressive individual effort, Auburn's offense struggled with turnovers and inefficiency, ultimately unable to capitalize on Lambert-Smith's big plays.

Behind enemy bylines: Arkansas

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | September 19

Before Auburn faces Arkansas in both teams' SEC opener this Saturday, The Auburn Plainsman's assistant sports editor, Grace Heim, joined sports editor Cooper Gant and copy editor Charlie Brandom of The Arkansas Traveler for an in-depth discussion about the upcoming matchup.

Players to watch, keys to victory: Arkansas

By Marshall Downing | Sports Writer | September 18

Players to watch for and keys to victory for both Auburn and Arkansas ahead of their matchup inside of Jordan-Hare Stadium.

COLUMN | SEC play 'Just Means More'

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | September 17

Auburn kicks off its SEC journey on Saturday against Arkansas where there’s more at stake than just a record. Auburn football has a chance to prove it still belongs in the conversation with the conference’s best.

Auburn's three-headed monster at running back propels offense

By Reid Farris | Assistant Sports Editor | September 15

With redshirt freshman Hank Brown starting at quarterback for Auburn, the Tigers’ trio of running backs took on an expanded role on Saturday.

Brown has 'solid' debut as starting quarterback against New Mexico

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | September 15

Hank Brown made his debut as starting quarterback on Saturday night against New Mexico. The redshirt freshman threw four touchdown passes and managed no interceptions.

Brown takes the helm, leads Auburn to win over New Mexico

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | September 15

New starting quarterback Hank Brown led the Tigers to a 45-19 win over New Mexico as Auburn heads into SEC play next week.

Plainsman Picks: New Mexico

By Sports Staff | September 13

Ahead of Auburn's homecoming game against New Mexico, here's what some of our staff has to say about the contest between the Tigers and the Lobos, complete with score predictions and analysis.

EDITORIAL | A call to Auburn Tigers and Auburn Family after Saturday’s loss

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief , Editorial Board | Fall 2024 and Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | September 13

"When you love Auburn, Auburn will love you back.” This phrase carries a lot of weight for the Tigers and their fans. More than before, the Tigers have something to prove to their fans. The first step to proving anything to fans is working operating through love for Auburn.

Auburn hosts New Mexico in annual homecoming game

By Albert Osorio | Sports & News Writer | September 12

The Tigers look to bounce back against its third straight non-conference opponent, New Mexico.

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Everything You Need to Know: New Mexico Lobos

By Jack Chambers | Sports Writer | September 12

Get to know Auburn's week three opponent, the New Mexico Lobos.

Where does Auburn’s offensive line stand heading into its matchup with New Mexico?

By Logan Fowler | Sports Reporter | September 10

Following a rough performance on Saturday in a 21-14 loss to Cal, where does Auburn's offensive line stand heading into the New Mexico game?

Freeze address the media; reflects on Cal, looks forward to New Mexico State

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | September 9

Hugh Freeze meets with the media following a 21-14 loss to Cal this past Saturday and looks ahead at the upcoming matchup with New Mexico and the rest of the season at large.

Auburn offensive performance ‘frustrating’ in loss to Cal with five turnovers

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | September 8

Despite a spark early, Auburn's offense accumulated five turnovers in 21-14 upset loss to Cal — marking the Tiger's fourth straight FBS loss.

Auburn defense showed flashes and holes in loss to Cal

By Craig Noyes | Sports Writer | September 7

While Auburn suffered a deflating upset loss to Cal, the defense showed signs of promise in the second half after a shaky start.

Auburn plagued by turnovers in stunning loss to Cal

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | September 7

Totaling five turnovers on the day, Auburn was upset by Cal 21-14 in its fourth straight loss to an FBS opponent.

Plainsman Picks: Cal

By Sports Staff | September 6

Ahead of Auburn's first power five clash of the season with Cal, here's what some of our staff has to say about the rematch between the Tigers and Golden Bears, complete with score predictions and analysis.

Players to watch, keys to victory against Cal

By Tyler Raley | Sports Writer | September 5

Players to watch for and keys to victory for both Auburn and Cal ahead of there rematch inside of Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Auburn defense plays with intensity in dominating win over Alabama A&M

By Logan Fowler | Sports Reporter | September 1

The Auburn Tigers handled business against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs in large part due to the intensity brought on the defensive side of the ball from DJ Durkin and the veteran presence along the defensive front on Saturday night.

Time is money for Auburn in dominant win over Alabama A&M

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | September 1

Auburn dominated time of possession in its commanding 73-3 win over Alabama A&M on Saturday, recording multiple scoring drives under a minute long. Quarterback Payton Thorne quickly found his receivers, ending the night with a career-high four touchdown passes.