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Tigers' new-look secondary narrowly survives vaunted Washington passing attack

By Zach Tantillo | Sports Reporter | September 1

“We know that defense wins ball game. So, we like putting pressure on us because when you overcome the challenge it is like one of the best feelings ever.”

Aggressive Auburn D-line punishes Browning, Washington late in win

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 1

All Big Kat Bryant wanted was a sack.

'Room for improvement': Auburn offensive line prepared for learning curve

By Tyler Roush | Assistant Sports Editor | September 1

Entering a season-opening win over No. 6 Washington, Auburn's offensive line was forced to replace four starters from the previous season

Live blog: Auburn takes on Washington in first top-10 matchup of CFB season

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 1

Throughout the game, follow along here with The Plainsman staff for live scores, news and analysis throughout the game.

Jesse Earl (3) prepares to bump the ball over the net during Auburn Volleyball vs. Alabama on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017 in Auburn, Ala.

Brenna McIlroy's career night drives volleyball win over Butler

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | September 1

Leading the charge, freshman Taylor Rowland and senior Brenna McIlroy tallied double-digit kills, with Rowland putting down a career-best 12 kills and a .524 hitting percentage

Report: Washington tackle Trey Adams (back) out for opener vs. Auburn

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 1

Adams, a top offensive line prospect for the 2018 NFL Draft, tore his ACL last season after seven games.

Plainsman sports staff gives final thoughts, game picks for Auburn vs. Washington

By Sports Staff | August 31

Dozens of college football games are already in the books for the 2018 season, but the one that counts the most to folks on The Plains of Auburn, Alabama, is still to come.

JaTarvious Whitlow (28) runs downfield during Auburn's A-Day game on Saturday, April 7, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

Week 1 Plainsman Mailbag: How much Wildcat will Auburn run Saturday?

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 31

As a publication that can't thank its readers enough, The Plainsman wanted to hear from you.

'Built for life': Getting to know Washington head coach Chris Petersen

By Tyler Roush | Assistant Sports Editor | August 31

Chris Petersen said he doesn’t want to still be a head coach at 58. With a then-career record of 84-3 at 48, Petersen wasn’t focused on a national championship at Boise State either. Now entering his fifth season as Washington’s head coach, Petersen hasn’t changed his mindset. “You want to ...

Auburn football holds open house for new $28 million recruiting facility

By Annagail Holton | Sports Writer | August 29

The Tiger Walk Club will debut against Alabama State, the Tigers' first home game of the season, on Sept. 8, 2018.

Auburn baseball adds Chris Joyner as strength and conditioning coach

By Olivia Huskey | Sports Writer | August 29

Auburn baseball has added Chris Joyner as its new strength and conditioning coach, head coach Butch Thompson announced Wednesday.

Behind Enemy Bylines: Previewing Washington with The Daily

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 29

Here's how he sees the Pac-12 vs. SEC matchup playing out.

Auburn soccer rises to No. 17 in Coaches Poll

By Zach Tantillo | Sports Reporter | August 28

After a stellar 4-0-0 start to the 2018 season, Auburn soccer has risen to No. 17 in the United Soccer Coaches Poll and No. 21 in the Top Drawer Soccer Poll this week. Auburn is the fourth-highest ranked team in the SEC, just behind Texas A&M, Tennessee and South Carolina. The ...