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Whitaker's late heroics lift Tigers over Wildcats

By Christian Clemente | Sports Writer | September 20

“It was really exciting,” Whitaker said. “We really faced adversity, so we just had to grit it out, work our hardest and put our best effort in. That’s what we did in the second half, and it showed.”

Bo Nix faces familiar opponent in Jimbo Fisher

By Christian Clemente | Sports Writer | September 19

For some freshman, traveling to one of the biggest stadiums in the country to take on the 17th-ranked Aggies and their ‘12th man’ may be a daunting task, but Nix has shown so far that he is not afraid of the moment.

Auburn putting undefeated record at Kyle Field on the line Saturday

By Matt Johnson | Sports Writer | September 19

Kyle Field is notoriously one of the loudest stadiums in the country, boasting a capacity above 100,000, but the “Home of the 12th Man” has not intimidated Auburn in the past. The Aggies hold the all-time series lead over the Tigers at 5-4, but Auburn remains undefeated at Kyle Field heading into ...

Not 'War Eagle' yet: Aurea's journey to Jordan-Hare stardom just beginning

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 19

Aurea is the No. 1 option for Auburn to fly pregame this season, but her journey to becoming War Eagle VIII is far from over.

Auburn O-line looking to 'establish' itself against stout Texas A&M front

By William Finney | Sports Writer | September 18

As former Auburn head coach Tommy Tuberville used to say, "Alright, folks. The preseason is over."

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Freshman linebacker Owen Pappoe living up to 5-star expectations

By Harrison Tarr | Sports Writer | September 18

“He’s been getting better each and every week."

Tigers prepping for first true road tilt at Texas A&M

By Sumner Martin | Assistant Sports Editor | September 17

"The moment won’t be too big.”

Key players return to practice ahead of Texas A&M

By Jake Weese | Sports Reporter | September 17

According to head coach Gus Malzahn at his Tuesday press conference, Williams, Wanogho, Brown and Jackson will all practice "in some capacity this week." Malzahn is also optimistic that freshman running back D.J. Williams will take the field against Texas A&M.

Marlon Davidson earns back-to-back SEC Defensive Lineman of the Week honors

By Jake Weese | Sports Reporter | September 16

A week ago against Tulane, Marlon Davidson led Auburn with six tackles, two for a loss and three QB pressures. The performance earned him the SEC Defensive Lineman of the Week. Now a week later, he's earned the honor again after a dominant performance against Kent State. The senior led Auburn ...

Ground game answers the call in Kent State rout

By Sumner Martin | Assistant Sports Editor | September 15

For the first time since 1983, Auburn had three players rush for over 100 yards. The last trio to do it was Bo Jackson, Lionel James and Tommie Agee.

Auburn runs over Kent State, 55-16

By Olivia Huskey | Sports Writer | September 14

This the first time since 1983 that Auburn had three players rush for over 100 yards in a single game.

Players to watch, keys to the game for No. 8 Auburn vs. Kent State

By Jake Weese | Sports Reporter | September 14

No.8 Auburn is sitting at 2-0 with wins over Oregon and Tulane. The Tigers have a chance to improve to 3-0 for the first time since 2014 when they host Kent State this Saturday.

Auburn soccer scoreless in loss against Southern Miss

By Mary Grace Vinson | September 14

“Honestly, I feel like we got outworked,” Richards said. “I feel like at times we became a little selfish because we were trying so hard to score when we really needed to just work as a team and make the simple passes.”

The Auburn football team takes in a few words from head coach Gus Malzahn during practice at the Auburn Athletic Facility, Tuesday, March 29, 2016.

Football Performance Center project enters Phase I

By Trice Brown | Assistant Campus Editor | September 13

The Auburn University Board of Trustees approved the initiation of the Football Performance Center project and authorized the commencement of the project’s architect selection process.

Swimming to Tokyo: Auburn's Olympic hopefuls qualify for Trials

By Jordan Windham | Campus Writer | September 12

David Crossland and Claire Fisch, Auburn University swimmers and Olympic Trials qualifiers, offered a glimpse into the daily routine of Auburn’s Olympic hopefuls.

Malzahn: No doubt offense is 'capable' despite recent first half struggles

By Sumner Martin | Assistant Sports Editor | September 10

“After this game we’ll have a really good idea of where we’re at and what we need to do as far as getting into conference play and all that,” Malzahn said. “That was kinda really our goal all along. We’re capable of being a good offense, there’s no doubt in my mind.

Seth Williams ruled out for Kent State

By Bryce Johnson | Sports Writer | September 10

Williams injured his shoulder going up for a jump ball last week in the matchup with Tulane. Currently, he is second on the team in receiving yards and has become one of Nix’s favorite deep threat targets.

Kickoff time, TV set for Auburn's SEC opener at Texas A&M

By Christian Clemente | Sports Writer | September 9

Though Auburn has been focused on Tulane and Kent State, Texas A&M lies in wait as the kickoff to SEC play for the Tigers. The Tigers will travel to College Station this year to take on the Aggies. The game has been scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CST on CBS, announced by the conference Monday afternoon. While ...

Sydney Richards scores twice as Auburn soccer handles Troy

By Kennedy Austin | Sports Writer | September 9

The Tigers took a bite out of the Trojans with a 3-0 victory on Sunday afternoon. Thanks to freshman forward Sydney Richards senior midfielder Bri Folds, the Tigers managed a shutout, with all three goals scored in the first period. Richards managed to score in the first few minutes, ...

Hastings, Stove provide spark for depleted receiving corps

By Jake Weese | Sports Reporter | September 8

The Tigers needed the smaller receivers to step up and make plays, and the duo of Will Hastings and Eli Stove did just that in a 24-6 win over Tulane Saturday night.