The upcoming season of football for the University of Auburn will be one of the most exciting in recent memory. Not only will they be facing the best teams in the country, but they are also set to face off against some of the best players in the game. And if they can beat out the Georgia Bulldogs for the SEC Championship, then they will be one of the most successful programs of all time.
Pat Dye
Pat Dye was a renowned coach, mentor, and icon in the world of college football. A former University of Georgia star, Dye coached for the University of Wyoming, East Carolina, and Auburn. He was also instrumental in bringing the “Iron Bowl” to Auburn for the first time.
Although he never made a national championship run, Coach Dye helped to make Auburn football a household name. His teams were known for their athletic ability and tough defense. The Tigers went on to win nine bowl games during his tenure.
Pat Sullivan
Pat Sullivan is one of the most respected figures in college football. A former quarterback for Auburn, Sullivan was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame and is known for his athletic success. He was also an Academic All-American, SEC Player of the Year, and two-time Heisman Trophy winner.
After a successful professional playing career in the NFL, Sullivan became a head coach. He served at Samford University from 2007 to 2014. His record as a head coach is 73-85-1.
Toomer’s Corner
Toomer’s Corner is a historic landmark in Auburn. It is a short distance from the city of Auburn and the campus of Auburn University. It is also a common spot to celebrate Auburn wins.
As the saying goes, Toomer’s Corner is where the University of Auburn meets the city. For the last several decades, Toomer’s has played a part in the Auburn football community. In the early 2000s, it was home to Chuma Okeke and the Auburn Tigers.
Bo Jackson
In the 1982 Iron Bowl, Bo Jackson’s play gave Auburn fans hope they could beat Alabama for the first time in 11 years. Having lost nine straight Iron Bowls to Alabama, a win was overdue.
After a disastrous sophomore season, Jackson returned to the field in a big way in 1983. He led the Tigers to an 11-1 record and finished with 1,786 yards and 17 touchdowns. That is still the program’s second-best all-time rushing total.
Alabama
The Alabama Crimson Tide football program represents the University of Alabama in American football. It competes in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) of the NCAA and is part of the Western Division of the Southeastern Conference. During its 120-year history, the team has an overall record of 850-325-43.
Alabama football is in the middle of its annual transition period. It will host the University of Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks in Tuscaloosa on Sept. 17, 2022.
While Alabama has lost in the SEC Championship Game twice and the Sugar Bowl in 2007, they have also been able to win in the conference’s two other championship games. This streak is expected to continue.
Georgia
Georgia and Auburn football is one of the oldest and most competitive rivalries in college sports. The two teams have played each other 114 times.
The two schools have been playing almost continuously since 1892. The first game was held in Atlanta. Afterward, it was referred to as “The Prayer at Jordan-Hare.” It was a tradition that eventually led to the name of the game.
These two teams are now a part of the SEC. They have played each other in the conference championship, the Sugar Bowl, the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl, and the Music City Bowl. In 2017, Georgia won the SEC Championship over Auburn, 28-7.
Women’s equestrian
The Auburn equestrian team has been one of the most successful in recent years. They’ve won four SEC titles and six national championships in the past decade. Currently, the Tigers are ranked sixth in the NCEA rankings.
Auburn has been playing in the Southern Equestrian Championships since 2003. The prestigious meet is a tournament of collegiate teams from across the South. Each team brings a horse for competition.
Since its inception, the equestrian program at Auburn has grown into one of the nation’s top sports. In 2016, the women’s equestrian team won its fourth national championship.
