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Josh Heupel praises Auburn's rushing attack before Tennessee matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 2:15 PM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Josh Heupel praises Auburn's rushing attack before Tennessee matchup
Summary

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel highlighted Auburn's run game ahead of their Week 5 matchup in Knoxville. Auburn's running backs average 117 yards per game this season, facing challenges with consistency. Quarterback Byrum Brown contributes significantly with 237 rushing yards. Tennessee's defense ranks high in the SEC, allowing only 282.3 yards per game and holding opponents to low rushing totals. Auburn will need a stronger rushing performance to compete effectively in the upcoming game.

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  • •Tennessee faces Auburn on October 7 in Knoxville.
  • •Auburn's run game averages 117 yards per game this season.
  • •Quarterback Byrum Brown has 237 rushing yards.
  • •Tennessee ranks No. 5 in SEC total defense.
  • •The matchup features Alex Golesh against Josh Heupel.
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  • 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Heupel compliments Auburn's run game ahead of Week 5 matchup
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Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel understands the power that Auburn's run game can have in Week 5's game in Knoxville.

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