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Seniors to watch, keys to victory for Auburn vs. Liberty

By Zach Tantillo | Sports Reporter | November 16

Auburn’s home-field advantage has not had the same effect as it did in 2017. After an undefeated season at Jordan-Hare, the Tigers are 4-2 and looking to finish on a high note.  That being said, the last home game represents the last time seniors will suit up and play on The Plains. Here are ...

Loss, rediscovery and inspiration define Jeffrey Whitaker's 'hell of a story'

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | November 16

“It’s all behind me. I’m just rooting for the next man.”

Tigers take their fourth conference win with sweep of Georgia

By Olivia Huskey | Sports Writer | November 16

Auburn hoped to end its season on a high note, and its sweep of Georgia on Thursday night gave it its fourth conference win for the year.  Brenna McIlroy led the team with 16 kills. She also contributed eight digs and three aces. Helping her out on the offense was Tatum Shipes, who had nine kills, ...

5 Liberty players to know for Auburn's home finale

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | November 15

And Auburn thought it had the best nickname roster in college football. The best names on The Plains this season actually aren't nicknames, however. Other than JaTarvious Whitlow's "Boobee" label, Smoke Monday, Big Kat Bryant, Cord Sandberg, Prince Michael Sammons and Prince Tega Wanogho are all listed ...

'Dominant' Jamien Sherwood graded as nation's top freshman safety

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | November 15

In terms of production, Jamien Sherwood is the top freshman safety in the nation. 

Cam Newton to feed 1,200 kids at annual 'Thanksgiving Jam'

By Jake Wright | Sports Writer | November 15

Carolina Panthers and former Auburn quarterback Cam Newton is hosting one of his biggest charity events in Charlotte this week as Thanksgiving approaches.  As reported by TMZ, Newton will be hosting his annual “Cam’s Thanksgiving Jam.” Newton will provide 1,200 food-insecure kids and their ...

Wiley, Spencer lead as Tigers roll in final tune-up before Maui Invitational

By Sumner Martin | Sports Writer | November 14

The Tigers (3-0) remain undefeated on the year and will leave for the Maui Invitational tomorrow. 

Submit a question for the Week 12 Plainsman Mailbag

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | November 14

We want to engage with our readers on whatever topics they deem relevant, including Auburn athletics (obviously) and national sports headlines. To ask a question, fans can do one of the following: Tweet us at me (@byNathanKing), our sports account (@PlainsmanSports) or our main account (@TheAUPlainsman). ...

Auburn dropped by Iowa State in tournament semifinals

By Zach Tantillo | Sports Reporter | November 14

Auburn’s fourth-quarter comeback fell just short as the Tigers lost a close one to Iowa State, 67-64.  Down by 10 with less than two minutes to play, Janiah McKay made three straight 3-pointers to tie the game at 64-64. The Cyclone defense did not allow the Tigers to get shots off in the final ...

'Auburn is in good hands': Malzahn, seniors ensure offensive improvement in 2019

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | November 13

“Are we happy with where we’re at offensively? No. That’s common sense.”

Auburn to celebrate decorated senior class at home finale against Liberty

By Jake Weese | Sports Writer | November 13

Auburn's game against Liberty on Saturday carries extra emotions for the team's seniors.  Not only will it be their final game in Jordan-Hare, but the stadium will also observe Senior Day. Here are the 18 seniors. Devin Adams (quarterback, Mobile, Ala.): Devin Adams came to Auburn after two seasons ...

Tigers DE Nick Coe out for Liberty game, Davis 'day-to-day'

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | November 13

Auburn defensive lineman Nick Coe won't play in the Tigers' home finale against Liberty, Gus Malzahn announced Tuesday morning. Coe suffered a "wrist-type" injury in a 27-10 loss at Georgia last Saturday. Coe did not return to the game, leaving Auburn's defensive line relatively undermanned, as fellow ...

Auburn forward Chuma Okeke named SEC Player of the Week

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | November 12

Auburn basketball's 2018-19 season has been picking up hype since the offseason began, and forward Chuma Okeke is a big reason why.

Auburn basketball enters top 10 in newest AP Top 25

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | November 12

Auburn basketball is a top-10 team, according to the newest poll from the Associated Press.

Daisa Alexander's last-minute shot sends Auburn to WNIT semifinals

By Annagail Holton | Sports Writer | November 12

Behind the lead over Janiah McKay and Unique Thompson, Daisa Alexander's last-minute shot sent Auburn to the next round. Alexander was fouled while nailing a mid-range jumper from the corner with 17 seconds left, and she would complete the three-point play from the line to increase the Auburn lead to ...

Report card: Grading Auburn's 27-10 loss at Georgia

By Sumner Martin | Sports Writer | November 12

Here are the grades for Auburn from its sixth straight loss in Athens. QB: C- Gus Malzahn’s offenses are traditionally bad in Athens, Georgia.  In five years, the Tigers are yet to score a touchdown in the second, third, or fourth quarter in Sanford Stadium. Saturday was no different. After ...

Auburn's defense buried by Georgia's big-play opportunities

By Cole McCauley | Sports Writer | November 10

With 29 seconds left in the first half and Auburn only down by three to No. 5 Georgia, it looked as though Sanford Stadium was in store for a back-and-forth, hard-nosed football game.  That notion was quickly proved wrong when Georgia's Jake Fromm dropped back and found Terry Godwin for a 38-yard ...

Auburn unable to handle explosive Georgia offense in 27-10 loss

By Tyler Roush | Assistant Sports Editor | November 10

Whether by air or on the ground, Georgia's D'Andre Swift proved to be too much Saturday night. In a 27-10 loss to the No. 5 Bulldogs, Auburn allowed a season-worst 516 yards. Swift accumulated 186 yards through 17 carries in addition to his 43 yards by air on four receptions. While Georgia averaged ...