Sports

Tempers flared for Nix and Williams in loss, but connection is 'still good'

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | October 17

“They’re still a good connection with each other,” Stove said. “But, just, you know, things going on. They’re good. You know, people want to win.”

Interceptions prove costly in Auburn's 30-22 loss to South Carolina

By Ian Bivona | Sports Writer | October 17

"When you look at it, the statsheet, you know—as far as the statsheet, we played pretty good football, but the three turnovers, obviously, were big," said Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn. "They led to 21 points."

Defensive players stepping up as season progresses

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | October 17

Dealing with last season's departures to the NFL and players dealing with injuries, the Auburn defense has seen new defensive leaders emerge. The Tigers will rely on their new leaders to step up on defense against South Carolina.

Behind Enemy Bylines - South Carolina

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | October 16

Ahead of Auburn's matchup with South Carolina, The Auburn Plainsman reached out to The Daily Gamecock's co-sports editor Michael Sauls, for a Q&A previewing this year’s Gamecocks team. Here’s what he had to say prior to the matchup.

Players to watch, keys to victory for No. 15 Auburn vs. South Carolina

By Ian Bivona | Sports Writer | October 16

Auburn travels to Columbia, South Carolina, this Saturday to take on the South Carolina Gamecocks. Here are some players to watch and keys to victory for both Auburn and South Carolina.

Freshmen looking to find the field more in coming weeks

By Dylan Fox | Sports Writer | October 15

“The more reps that those guys get, the better they’re going to get,” Malzahn said. “The moments not going to be too big when they start playing more.”

Walk-on Barton Lester’s dream came true against Arkansas

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | October 14

Every college football player’s dream is to make that signature play when the lights are shining brightest. Against Arkansas, walk-on linebacker Barton Lester made his play.

Auburn in the NFL - Week 5

By Ian Bivona | Sports Writer | October 14

After a quiet Week 4, multiple former Auburn football players had impressive showings in Week 5 of the NFL season.

Auburn earns first win after last-second goal against Ole Miss

By Ryan Metcalf | Sports Writer | October 13

After a 25-day hiatus, Auburn soccer returned to the pitch to take on Ole Miss Tuesday. The Tigers left with a 1-0 win in the waning moments of the second overtime.

Bigsby and McClain stepping up for worn-down Tigers

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | October 13

With injuries piling up for Auburn, players have had to step up. Freshman Tank Bigsby and junior Zakoby McClain are doing just that.

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Following 25-day delay, Auburn soccer hosts Ole Miss

By Ryan Metcalf | Sports Writer | October 13

After a 25-day delay with no games, Auburn soccer will take on Ole Miss Tuesday. The Tigers face the 1-2 Rebels at 4 p.m. CST at the Auburn Soccer Complex.

TV network, game time announced for Ole Miss matchup

By Jake Gonzalez | Sports Writer | October 12

On Monday, the SEC announced that Auburn's Week 5 matchup at Ole Miss will take place at 11 a.m. CST on SEC Network.

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Auburn in the MLB: A regular season review

By Dylan Fox | Sports Writer | October 12

In a shortened 60-game 2020 season, Auburn fans got to see six former Tigers in the MLB this season; five players and one manager. With playoffs in full swing and a World Series crown on the way, here’s a look at how the regular season went for Auburn’s alumni.

Auburn falls to No. 14 in latest AP poll

By Jonathan Hart | Sports Writer | October 11

After defeating Arkansas 30-28 on Saturday, Auburn fell to No. 14 in the latest AP poll.

Carlson's 'no doubt' field goal wins it for Tigers

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | October 11

"We have a few fortune tellers on the team cause a lot of people approached me and told me I'd get another one," Carlson said. "My mindset was already geared towards that."

Bigsby's big day helps Auburn in 30-28 win over Razorbacks

By Caleb Jones | Sports Writer | October 10

“Tank has been a huge weapon for us the past few weeks,” Auburn quarterback Bo Nix said. “The effort, the intensity, and playmaking ability is definitely there for him.”

5-star PF Jabari Smith commits to Auburn for class of 2021

By Jonathan Hart | Sports Writer | October 9

Auburn basketball’s first commitment of the 2021 class is 5-star Jabari Smith, the nation’s No. 5 overall player and No. 1 power forward, according to 247Sports. He is the program's highest-rated commit, a distinction previously held by Sharife Cooper.