Football

Wesley's Tale of the Tape: Auburn pounds Alabama State with freshman speed

By Wesley Foster | Sports Writer | September 10

In a game that served more or less as a tune-up for the SEC opener against LSU next week, the Tigers worked on tightening things up and getting injured players returning back into the fray.

Aubie the Tiger during Auburn's A-Day game on Saturday, April 7, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

Week 4 kickoff time, TV slot announced for Auburn vs. Arkansas

By Zach Tantillo | Sports Reporter | September 10

The Week 4 SEC clash between No. 7 Auburn and Arkansas will be under the lights.

Devan Barrett impresses Auburn coaches in first game at defensive back

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 10

"He’s a strong guy, tough guy, very resilient. We feel like that’s a skillset that can help us.”

'Electric' freshman Shaun Shivers making case to be No. 3 Auburn back

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 9

“Explosive, plays extremely hard, hard to tackle, is competitive. I mean, I really think he shows all that. He brings a little spark; it’s fun to watch him play.”

Report card: Grading out Auburn's 63-9 win over Alabama State

By Sumner Martin | Sports Writer | September 9

The Hornets offense struggled to get anything going all night, only mustering 47 yards on the ground and failing to score a touchdown until late in the third quarter.

Auburn holds steady at No. 7 in AP Poll; Week 3 opponent LSU at No. 12

By Maxwell Gault | Sports Writer | September 9

Auburn’s next opponent, LSU, dropped one spot from No. 11 to No. 12 after its 31-0 victory over Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday.

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Freshman WR Anthony Schwartz displays world-class speed against Alabama State

By Zach Tantillo | Sports Reporter | September 8

“We knew no one could run with him as well, so once I seen the snap and seen the safety come down, with him just one-on-one with the corner, I knew it was going to be a touchdown.”

Auburn finds run game, showcases freshman talent in home opener

By Bennett Page | Sports Writer | September 8

“We got a chance to play some young guys which was much needed. A lot of those guys are going to be playing this season.”

Will Hastings (33) runs after a catch in the second half. Auburn vs Alabama on Saturday, Nov. 25 in Auburn, Ala.

Auburn receiver Will Hastings (ACL) returns during Alabama State game

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 8

Will Hastings is back.

Live blog: Auburn takes on Alabama State in home opener

By Sports Staff | September 8

After a top-10 season-opening victory over then-No. 6 Washington, Auburn football has returned to The Plains.

Plainsman sports staff's final thoughts, score predictions for Auburn vs. Alabama State

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 7

This season, The Plainsman will make staff picks of Auburn's weekly matchups. Also look for our selections for the national showdowns in the "Plainsman Pick 'Em" section in the print edition of our publication. Here are our picks for Alabama State at No. 7 Auburn (6:30 p.m. CST, SEC Network alternate ...

Week 2 Plainsman Mailbag: Which Tiger has the greatest potential for growth?

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 7

Will the Hornets stick around and frustrate Gus Malzahn and company? Or will Jarrett Stidham and the starters be cheering from the bench by the third quarter?

Players to watch, keys to victory for Auburn vs. Alabama State

By Zach Tantillo | Sports Reporter | September 7

Here are a few Auburn players to watch and keys to this Week 2 matchup.

Auburn walk-on tight end Robert Muschamp earns scholarship

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 6

Robert Muschamp is kicking off his senior year with a scholarship.

'Look what you missed out on': Pair of former 2-stars rising to top at Auburn

By Sumner Martin | Sports Writer | September 6

Both Thomas and Whitlow are playing prominent roles on a top-10 Auburn squad that looks to repeat as SEC West champions this season.

5 Alabama State players to know for Auburn's home opener

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 5

If Alabama State hangs around and gives the Tigers fits, these players’ names could be in the headlines.

Malzahn still undecided on statuses of DBs Jamel Dean, Javaris Davis

By Tyler Roush | Assistant Sports Editor | September 5

Malzahn said he's still undecided on the statuses of both defensive backs, however the head coach did confirm the pair practiced Tuesday.

Tigers running game hungry for improvement with 'thunder' Whitlow, 'lightning' Martin

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 4

Saturday, JaTarvious "Boobee" Whitlow called it "hurricane and thunder." Tuesday, Kam Martin called it "thunder and lightning."

Gus Malzahn named Dodd Trophy national Coach of the Week

By Bryce Johnson | Sports Writer | September 4

Malzahn's Tigers knocked off the then-sixth-ranked Huskies in the inaugural game of the season with plenty of playoff implications on the line.

Wesley's Tale of the Tape: Improved Auburn offense shows up early, late in win

By Wesley Foster | Sports Writer | September 4

This Tale of the Tape will mostly focus on Auburn’s offense, which showed flashes of brilliance, but ultimately finished the game with a lot of missed opportunities.