No. 1 Georgia falls to Auburn 27-24 in upset home loss

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

No. 1 Georgia falls to Auburn 27-24 in upset home loss
Summary

The No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs lost to the Auburn Tigers 27-24 at home on October 17, suffering their first defeat of the season. Georgia committed three turnovers, including a critical fumble by quarterback Gunner Stockton in the final moments, which led to a game-winning field goal by Auburn kicker Alex McPherson. Georgia initially held a 14-0 lead, but Auburn responded with 24 consecutive points. Following a late touchdown pass from Stockton to London Humprheys, Georgia tied the game before Auburn's final drive sealed the victory. With this win, Auburn improves to 4-2 overall and 2-2 in SEC play.

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  • •Georgia drops to 6-1 this season, 4-1 in SEC play.
  • •Auburn snaps a nine-game losing streak to Georgia.
  • •Byrum Brown highlights with 265 total yards and two touchdowns.
  • •Game-winning drive set up by Georgia's late fumble.
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  • 2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Trio of turnovers haunts No. 1 Georgia in upset loss vs. Auburn
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The Georgia Bulldogs suffered their first loss of the season to Auburn. Kirby Smart says -Georgia "found a way to beat themselves today"

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