Auburn's defense ranks low in SEC after five games of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Auburn football's defense has allowed 357.2 yards per game, ranking No. 12 in the SEC as they enter their bye week with a 3-2 record. The Tigers are coming off a 24-14 loss to No. 14 Tennessee, marking their second consecutive defeat. Linebacker Elijah Melendez leads the team with 43 tackles and has contributed to a total of 14 sacks. Over five games, Auburn is tied for second in the SEC with six interceptions. The team prepares for a challenging schedule ahead, including three games against ranked opponents.
- •Auburn's defense allows 357.2 yards per game, ranking No. 12 in SEC.
- •Tigers rank No. 9 in points allowed, averaging 21.4 per game.
- •Elijah Melendez leads Auburn with 43 tackles this season.
- •Auburn is tied for second in the SEC with six interceptions.
- •Next games include three against ranked opponents in the upcoming weeks.
- 4:12 PMYahoo Sports — Where Auburn's defense ranks in the SEC after five games
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