Auburn's Byrum Brown takes hit to head but continues in game against Georgia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Auburn quarterback Byrum Brown sustained a hit to the head during the second quarter of the matchup against Georgia on October 17. Initially appearing to be injured, Brown missed only one play before returning to lead a scoring drive, connecting with Chas Nimrod for a touchdown. The game was tied at 14-14 with 6:32 left in the first half. The personal foul on Georgia's Khamari Brooks was assessed for targeting after review.
- •Byrum Brown injured after hit while sliding
- •Only missed one play before returning
- •Auburn tied 14-14 in first half
- •Touchdown pass to Chas Nimrod tied the game
- •Game marks another chapter in the rivalry with Georgia
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Auburn football avoids Byrum Brown injury after scary hit to head
"Byrum Brown only missed one play after taking a hit to the head early in Auburn football's matchup with Georgia on Saturday.
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