Alex McPherson kicks game-winner as Auburn upsets Georgia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 1:50 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Auburn football pulled off an upset against top-ranked Georgia on October 17 at Sanford Stadium. Alex McPherson delivered a game-winning 39-yard field goal, securing a 27-24 victory. The fifth-year kicker, who missed the entire 2024 season due to health issues, reflected on the moment as a dream come true for both him and the team. His kick marked a historic win, as Auburn had not beaten Georgia during his college career.
- •Alex McPherson kicked a 39-yard field goal for the win.
- •Auburn's victory score was 27-24 over Georgia.
- •This marks McPherson's first career game-winner.
- •Auburn had not beaten Georgia during McPherson's college tenure.
- •McPherson faced health challenges early in his career.
- 1:50 AMYahoo Sports — Alex McPherson seals Auburn football's Georgia upset with 'dream' moment
"Two years ago, Auburn football lost at Georgia and Alex McPherson wasn't playing. Two years later, he sealed a win against the top-ranked Bulldogs.
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