Overview
- Quarterback Jackson Arnold accounted for three touchdowns, including two rushing, and added a first-half scoring throw to Cam Coleman.
- Auburn totaled 195 rushing yards and 142 passing, with Jeremiah Cobb running for 119 yards and a touchdown behind cleaner protection than a week ago.
- Freeze criticized his defense at halftime, saying, “We seem to care more about talking than playing,” after a first half he felt lacked urgency.
- South Alabama produced 310 yards and outgained Auburn after the break, opening the third quarter with an 11-play, 75-yard touchdown drive.
- The Tigers visit No. 13 Oklahoma next to open SEC play, a matchup that will pit Arnold against his former team.