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Lashlee: Kansas State a 'measuring stick' matchup

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | September 9

Next Thursday night's SEC vs. Big 12 clash on national television was sold out months ago and is expected to be the biggest crowd in Bill Snyder Family Stadium history.

OPINION: Tailgating, a taste of Southern culture

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | September 9

Growing up around the tailgating, and never really thinking about this question before, I couldn't give him an answer. In other parts of the country, sports fans tailgate, but Southerners take it to a whole different level.

Equestrian Igoe looks to finish collegiate career on top

By Pierce Quinn | Sports Writer | September 8

When Auburn equestrian head coach Greg Williams traveled up to Ohio to see then high school senior Lucy Igoe in an equestrian competition, he went with the intent of seeing her skills and attempt to recruit her to Auburn's equestrian team. There was just one problem: it was a nighttime show and he still had not seen her compete.

Johnson disappointed with 'a dozen plays or so' from San Jose State

By Andrew Monson | Sports Writer | September 8

According to defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson, the Auburn defense played well for the most part in their 59-13 victory over San Jose State.

Men's golf finishes tied for third at Carpet Capital Collegiate

September 7

Auburn (283-852) finish tied with Kennesaw State (283-852) at 12-under and a stroke ahead of No. 1 Alabama (284-853) with some help from Gilchrest, Benton and Mondy each scoring an eagle on the par-5, 12th hole.

Weekend Roundup: Volleyball drops two out of three at Sports Imports D.C. Koehl Classic

September 7

Auburn brought home one win after playing three matches on the road this weekend at the Sports Imports D.C. Koehl Classic in Columbus, Ohio.

Soccer tops Minnesota to finish undefeated in Rebel Classic

September 7

On Sunday, Auburn's women's soccer team defeated Minnesota 3-1 in the second game of the Rebel Classic in Oxford, Mississippi.

VIDEO: This Week in Sports | AU vs. San Jose Post Game

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor , Eric Wallace | Sports Writer , Kris Sims | Multimedia Editor and C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | September 7

Plainsman sports editor Eric Wallace, assistant sports editor Kyle Van Fechtmann, and sports writer CJ Holmes wrap up the Auburn Tigers victory over San Jose State.

'Confident' Bray stepping up in new punt return role

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | September 7

"When the punter kicked it, I saw one of the guys was already down," Bray said. "I knew (Stephen) Roberts was going to hold the other guy off of me. Once the first man missed me, it was off to the races."

Artis-Payne, Gus Bus roll as Auburn defeats San Jose State 59-13

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | September 6

The undefeated 2004 Sugar Bowl Champions were honored before Saturday's kickoff against San Jose State, and their presence set the tone as Auburn defeated the Spartans, 59-13, improving their record to 2-0.

OPINION: A few early-season predictions in the SEC

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | September 6

After the first week of the regular season, the conference is looking to re-establish their championship pedigree after being upended by the ACC last year. Widely considered the best conference in America, here are my predictions for some of its top players.

"Duuuuke" takes Auburn by storm

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | September 6

Ever since Auburn landed the nation's No. 1 junior college prospect in the spring, players and coaches have been raving about wide receiver D'haquille "Duke" Williams, noting how he gives the hurry-up no huddle offense yet another weapon.

Artis-Payne confident for breakout senior season after career-best performance in opener

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | September 6

According to head football coach Gus Malzahn, senior running backs Cameron Artis-Payne and Corey Grant are still 1A and 1B on the depth chart, but Artis-Payne's career-high 177-yard performance against Arkansas helped him secure that No. 1 spot on the depth chart.

OPINION: Underrated player watch

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | September 6

The first half of the opener against Arkansas was a little tougher than most thought it would be, but backups did get their time near the end with Auburn up 45-21. Against a team like San Jose State, those backups should see more time. Here's a list of players I think will have an impact in week two.

OPINION: Making the two-quarterback system work

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | September 6

It's rarely a good sign in modern college football to hear your favorite team is considering a two-quarterback system. It usually means neither quarterback has done enough to win the job outright, such as David Ash and Case McCoy in 2012 at Texas, or each quarterback has a significant weakness that requires the other's complimentary skills, such as Chris Relf and Tyler Russell in 2010 at Mississippi State.

Soccer wins fourth consecutive behind third straight shutout

September 6

The Auburn women's soccer team won their fourth consecutive game Friday night, beating Memphis 3-0 in the first game of the Rebel Classic in Oxford, Mississippi.

VIDEO: This Week in Sports | 9.5.14

By Kris Sims | Multimedia Editor | September 5

This week in sports, sports editor Eric Wallace and assistant sports editor Kyle Van Fechtmann discuss Auburn's victory over Arkansas and the upcoming game against San Jose State.

Tigers jump one spot to No. 5 in AP rankings

September 2

Auburn jumped from No. 6 to No. 5 on the AP poll to match the Coaches poll ranking from the past two weeks. The Tigers' 45-21 win over SEC rival Arkansas was convincing enough to move them one spot.