Auburn's blocked punt touchdown shifts momentum against Vanderbilt
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 6:35 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Auburn football secured a 21-15 win over Vanderbilt highlighted by a key blocked punt returned for a touchdown. In the second quarter, Omar Mabson blocked a punt from Vanderbilt's Tyler Ebel, allowing Cade Carlson to recover and score, giving Auburn a 14-3 lead. Special teams coordinator Jacob Bronowski praised the team's preparation leading to the play, describing it as game-changing. Auburn aims to carry this momentum into their upcoming game against No. 17 Tennessee on Saturday at Neyland Stadium.
- •Auburn defeated Vanderbilt 21-15.
- •Omar Mabson blocked a key punt in the second quarter.
- •Cade Carlson scored a touchdown from the blocked punt.
- •Jacob Bronowski credited practice for the execution.
- •Auburn plays Tennessee next on Saturday.
- 6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Jacob Bronowski breaks down Auburn's game-changing blocked punt vs Vanderbilt
"Special teams coordinator Jake Bronowski says perfect practice led to a flawless execution of Auburn's blocked punt touchdown against Vanderbilt.
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