Auburn defeats Southern Miss 43-8 in home opener

The Auburn Tigers defeated the Southern Miss Golden Eagles 43-8 on Saturday, improving their season record to 2-0. Quarterback Byrum Brown led the offense with 316 total yards, including two passing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown. Running back Omar Mabson contributed 108 rushing yards, while UCLA transfer Andre Jordan Jr. recorded two interceptions, returning one for a touchdown on the game's opening drive. Despite the win, head coach Alex Golesh expressed dissatisfaction with the team's ten penalties for 73 yards and a defensive lapse that allowed a late first-half scoring drive by Southern Miss. The Tigers look to build on this performance as they prepare to host the Florida Gators for an SEC matchup next week.

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