Auburn prepares to face Georgia in critical SEC matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 9:07 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
Auburn will face No. 1 Georgia on Saturday in Athens, seeking to end a nine-game losing streak in this historic rivalry. The Tigers have had time to prepare after a bye week, aiming for a game plan that addresses past mistakes in SEC play. Key strategies include stopping Georgia's run game and maximizing Auburn's passing attack. Quarterback Byrum Brown must connect effectively with receivers while defensive backs need to pressure Georgia's quarterback Gunner Stockton. The absence of linebacker Xavier Atkins will challenge Auburn's defense, urging others to step up.
- •Auburn has lost nine consecutive games to Georgia.
- •Auburn quarterback Byrum Brown needs to avoid turnovers.
- •Georgia’s leading rusher Chauncey Bowens is unavailable.
- •Defensive backs need to force interceptions from Gunner Stockton.
- •Xavier Atkins' suspension leaves a gap in Auburn's defense.
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Five things Auburn needs to do to beat Georgia on Saturday
"Auburn will have its hands full with No. 1 Georgia on Saturday, but a win is not completely out of the question.
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