Auburn OC discusses Byrum Brown's struggles ahead of Georgia matchup
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Last updated Oct 13, 2026
Auburn Tigers offensive coordinator Joel Gordon addressed starting quarterback Byrum Brown's challenges as the team prepares for a road game against No. 1 Georgia on October 14. Brown, who transferred from South Florida, has thrown seven touchdowns and seven interceptions while being sacked 18 times in five games. Auburn enters the game with a 3-2 overall record and a 1-2 mark in SEC play. Gordon noted the faster pace of SEC games and highlighted Brown's ongoing adjustment to competition at this level. The matchup against Georgia poses significant hurdles, with the Bulldogs boasting a strong defense and an unbeaten record.
- •Byrum Brown's adjustment to SEC play remains a focus for Auburn.
- •Auburn is 3-2 overall, 1-2 in SEC play.
- •Brown has a 65.4% completion rate with 1,055 yards passing.
- •Georgia ranks among the top defenses and is currently 6-0.
- •The game is set for October 14 at Sanford Stadium.
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — Auburn football OC shades Byrum Brown after dismal start to SEC play
"Auburn Tigers offensive coordinator Joel Gordon pointed to the SEC’s faster pace Monday while discussing starting quarterback Byrum Brown’s struggles ahead of a daunting road matchup vs. the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs. The comments came during Gordon’s first season directing the Tigers’ offense. The Tigers brought Brown in from South Florida after […] The post Auburn football OC shades Byrum Brown after dismal start to SEC play appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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