Auburn falls to Tennessee 24-14 amid costly mistakes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 3:08 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Auburn lost to No. 17 Tennessee 24-14 on Saturday, dropping to 3-2 overall and 1-2 in the SEC. The Tigers struggled with penalties, committing six false starts and mismanaging several offensive drives. Quarterback Byrum Brown turned the ball over three times, including two interceptions that contributed significantly to the defeat. Auburn's defense allowed 237 rushing yards, with Tennessee's Desean Bishop scoring three touchdowns. Auburn will have a bye week before facing Georgia on October 17.
- •Auburn committed six false starts during the game.
- •Byrum Brown had two interceptions and one fumble.
- •Tennessee gained 237 rushing yards, led by Desean Bishop.
- •Auburn scored its last touchdown to make it 17-14.
- •Next, Auburn faces Georgia on October 17.
- 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — Jordan's Review: Mistakes cost Auburn on Rocky Top | OPINION
"Phillip Jordan points out the critical mistakes Auburn made in its SEC loss to No. 17 Tennessee on Saturday.
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