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SEC expands to nine-game schedule in 2026: Who will Auburn face annually?

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | August 24

This past Thursday the Southeastern Conference announced that it will be implementing a nine-game football schedule beginning in 2026. Under this format each school will play three annual opponents, keeping historic rivalry games intact. Auburn’s annual opponents are expected to be Alabama and Georgia while the third remains to be determined.

Auburn football claims seven national championships, bringing its total to nine

By Jackie Dominguez | Sports Editor | August 19

After years of only claiming two national championships, Auburn football is finally recognizing seven other championships won over the years, bringing the total to nine for the program.

Cam Newton smiles as he celebrates the Auburn victory. (File photo)

Auburn to retire Cam Newton's No. 2 jersey

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | August 18

After 15 years, Auburn Athletics will retire 2010 Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton’s No. 2 jersey. The retirement ceremony will take place on October 11 during the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry at Jordan-Hare Stadium, when the Tigers will take on the Georgia Bulldogs.

Everything Hugh Freeze said at SEC Media Days

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | July 17

The Auburn Tigers took the main stage at the College Football Hall of Fame on Tuesday to preview the upcoming season and discuss expectations heading into year three of the Hugh Freeze era.

Auburn wideout Malcolm Simmons arrested on domestic violence charges

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | July 16

Auburn wide receiver Malcolm Simmons was arrested Wednesday morning on domestic violence charges, per the Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrest records.

Biggest takeaways from Auburn's appearance at SEC Media Days

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | July 16

Following two straight losing seasons to kickoff Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze’s tenure, it’s “prove it time” on the Plains in 2025.

Auburn, Freeze ‘embracing the expectations’ entering 2025

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | July 15

One common theme appeared evident for Coach Hugh Freeze and the Auburn Tigers on Tuesday during their time at the College Football Hall of Fame for SEC Media Days.

Auburn star Ike Irish drafted No. 19 overall by the Baltimore Orioles

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | July 13

Across America, it’s every kid's dream to play in the big leagues. Tonight, Auburn slugger Ike Irish took the next step on his journey to the majors, as he was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles with the No. 19 overall pick in the first round of the 2025 MLB Draft. The No. 19 overall pick has ...

Auburn basketball star Tahaad Pettiford arrested on DUI charge

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | July 12

Tahaad Pettiford, the lone returning player from Auburn’s historic 2025 Final Four squad, was arrested early Saturday morning by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol.

Tigers set to face Oklahoma State in preseason exhibition

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | July 8

On Tuesday afternoon, it was announced that the Tigers will face Oklahoma State University in an exhibition game on October 15 at 7:00 p.m. CST at Birmingham’s Boutwell Auditorium. The game is part of the “Ballin’ in Boutwell” event.

PLAINSMAN'S CHOICE | Best of athletics

July 2

Auburn sports reach a long way. Plainsman's choice 2025 best of sports highlights everything dealing with Auburn Athletics, from best home game to best female athlete.

Just did it: Auburn signs game-changing Nike deal

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | July 1

After 18 years with Under Armour, the Tigers will wear the Nike Swoosh on all uniforms and merchandise for the next 10 years. All 21 varsity teams at Auburn will receive new uniforms, courtesy of Nike.

Former Auburn guard Denver Jones to play for Cavaliers in NBA Summer League

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | June 30

Former Auburn guard Denver Jones has received an invitation to play with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Summer League.

California siblings drive Auburn to success

By Charlie Diegnan | Sports Writer | June 30

Leaving a golf hot spot such as San Diego might not be every golfer’s dream. However, where one golfs doesn’t affect how they golf. Anna and Billy Davis are cornerstones of Auburn’s women’s and men’s golf teams, making their presence known from the first day they arrived on campus. The siblings, ...

Tigers record NCAA top times, shatter records in historic end to regular season

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | June 30

Auburn track and field posted one of the best performances in program history a few weeks ago, breaking five school records and recording two NCAA-leading times to conclude the 2024-25 regular season. Competing in Clemson and Boston at various meets across the East Coast, 20 Tigers established new personal ...

Four former Tigers join ranks of the NBA

By Jackie Dominguez | Sports Editor | June 29

This Wednesday, the annual NBA Draft began, marking an occasion of excitement and anticipation for young players hoping to take their careers to another level. This year, four Auburn men’s basketball alumni from the 2025 Final Four teamjoined the class of rookies looking to prove themselves in the big leagues.