Auburn faces Baylor in Atlanta featuring new quarterbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Auburn and Baylor will meet in Atlanta for the Aflac Kickoff Game on Saturday, Sept. 5. This matchup draws attention as it features new quarterbacks, Byrum Brown for Auburn and DJ Lagway for Baylor. Auburn defeated Baylor 38-24 in their last meeting and aims to continue the momentum into the new season.
- •Auburn's Byrum Brown and Baylor's DJ Lagway set to start at quarterback.
- •Game is part of the Aflac Kickoff Game in Atlanta.
- •Auburn won last season's matchup 38-24.
- •Baylor's Lagway aims to reduce turnovers after a challenging stint at Florida.
- •Kickoff scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 5.
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — An intriguing QB battle makes Auburn-Baylor a key week one matchup
"Many eyes will be on Atlanta in week one as Auburn's Byrum Brown and Baylor's DJ Lagway battle in the Aflac Kickoff Game.
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