Auburn football comes back to edge Arkansas 26-23 in home victory
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Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Auburn rallied to defeat Arkansas 26-23 in a game on November 7. The Tigers overcame an early two-score deficit thanks to Alex McPherson's game-winning field goal from 43 yards out in the final minute. Arkansas had chances to extend their lead but struggled in the second half, resulting in their ninth consecutive loss in a one-score game. The Razorbacks drop to 3-6 overall and 1-5 in the SEC, while Auburn improves to 5-4 and 3-4 in the conference.
- •Auburn scored 26 points after trailing early in the game.
- •Arkansas held a two-score lead before allowing Auburn to rally.
- •McPherson's field goal clinched the victory for the Tigers.
- •The Razorbacks' offense struggled with two missed field goals.
- •Both teams faced pressure in SEC standings amid their tight matchup.
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Arkansas report card | Grading the Hogs after tight Auburn loss
- 9:34 PMYahoo Sports — Grading Auburn football's comeback win against Arkansas: Report card
"Arkansas football couldn't hold on against Auburn, and two missed kicks loomed large. Here's our report card for the Razorbacks.
"How good, or bad, was it for Auburn football in its comeback win against Arkansas? See our full report card to find out.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 7, 2026, 9:35 PMArkansas report card | Grading the Hogs after tight Auburn loss
Arkansas football couldn't hold on against Auburn, and two missed kicks loomed large. Here's our report card for the Razorbacks.
- Yahoo SportsNov 7, 2026, 9:34 PMGrading Auburn football's comeback win against Arkansas: Report card
How good, or bad, was it for Auburn football in its comeback win against Arkansas? See our full report card to find out.
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