Tennessee upsets No. 1 Auburn in 1985 at Neyland Stadium

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Tennessee upsets No. 1 Auburn in 1985 at Neyland Stadium
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On September 28, 1985, Tennessee secured a 38-20 victory over No. 1 Auburn at Neyland Stadium. The Volunteers built a strong lead, going into halftime at 24-0. Quarterback Tony Robinson threw for four touchdowns, while Keith Davis led the rushing game with 102 yards. Auburn's Bo Jackson left the game due to injury after contributing 80 rushing yards, and Auburn scored all its points in the fourth quarter after his exit. This win remains Tennessee's last against a top-ranked team in the AP Poll.

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  • •Tennessee led 24-0 at halftime.
  • •Tony Robinson threw for 259 yards and four touchdowns.
  • •Keith Davis had 102 rushing yards for Tennessee.
  • •Bo Jackson was injured in the third quarter.
  • •Auburn scored all 20 points after Jackson's departure.
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Tennessee defeated No. 1 Auburn and Bo Jackson in 1985 at Neyland Stadium.

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