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Auburn prepares for SEC matchup against Vanderbilt this Saturday

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Auburn prepares for SEC matchup against Vanderbilt this Saturday
Summary

Auburn football is set to face Vanderbilt on Saturday, looking to secure its first SEC victory of the season. After a narrow loss to Florida last week, the Tigers aim to overcome a two-game losing streak against the Commodores. Key areas of focus include improving the run game, enhancing quarterback Byrum Brown's effectiveness, and applying pressure on Vanderbilt's freshman quarterback Jared Curtis. Auburn's defense will need to contain Vanderbilt's receiving threats while head coach Alex Golesh seeks a strong response from the team amid recent challenges.

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  • •Auburn lost to Florida, 44-39, last week.
  • •Tigers have dropped two straight games to Vanderbilt.
  • •Auburn needs to improve its run game after totaling 102 yards against Florida.
  • •Byrum Brown has been sacked 16 times this season.
  • •Vanderbilt's Jared Curtis will make his first road start against Auburn.
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  • 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Five reasons why Auburn will beat Vanderbilt in Week 4
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Here are five factors that, if done well on Saturday, will lead the Auburn Tigers to its first SEC victory of the season.

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