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Controversial Call and Second-Half Slide Put Auburn’s Loss to Georgia Under Microscope as Pressure Builds on Hugh Freeze

Freeze’s roughly $15 million buyout positions Auburn to judge near-term results against longer-term plans.

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Auburn Tigers head coach Hugh Freeze walks off the field after the game as Auburn Tigers take on Georgia Bulldogs at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Georgia Bulldogs defeated Auburn Tigers 20-10.
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Overview

  • Auburn fell 20-10 to No. 10 Georgia, dropping to 3-3 overall and 0-3 in SEC play.
  • A third-and-goal play ruled a Jackson Arnold fumble erased a likely touchdown, and ABC rules analyst Matt Austin said synced replays supported overturning the call.
  • The game turned after halftime as Auburn generated just 40 yards while Georgia scored 17 points and controlled field position.
  • Hugh Freeze questioned the officiating and sequence management, while Paul Finebaum said the coach’s standing with fans and observers is wearing thin.
  • Freeze’s buyout is reported at about $15.4 million on a six-year, $39 million deal, and multiple outlets portray Saturday’s home game against Missouri as potentially pivotal for his future.