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Auburn Falls in Overtime at Vanderbilt as Offensive Breakout Can't Cover Defensive Collapse

A retooled offense flashed under Derrick Nix with Ashton Daniels starring.

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Nov 8, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores defensive lineman Jake Stanish (90) hits Auburn Tigers quarterback Ashton Daniels (12) as he throws a pass during the overtime period at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
Nov 8, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Auburn Tigers head coach DJ Durkin against the Vanderbilt Commodores during pre-game warmups at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Auburn lost 45-38 in OT, dropping to 4-6 with two regular-season games remaining.
  • Ashton Daniels finished 31-of-44 for 353 yards and two touchdowns and added 89 rushing yards with two scores.
  • The Tigers posted a season-best 563 total yards with Cam Coleman (10-143-1), Eric Singleton (11-102-1) and Jeremiah Cobb (115 rushing) leading the supporting cast.
  • Vanderbilt piled up roughly 544 yards as Diego Pavia threw for 377, ran for 112 and accounted for four touchdowns, marking the first time Auburn allowed more than 24 points this season.
  • Interim coach D.J. Durkin praised the team’s effort and Nix’s plan while stressing no moral victories, and Auburn’s bowl hopes now hinge on closing versus Mercer and Alabama.