Auburn upsets top-ranked Georgia 27-24 in Athens
Auburn defeated undefeated Georgia 27-24 at Sanford Stadium, ending the Bulldogs' nine-game winning streak in the rivalry and securing Auburn's first win in Athens since 2005.
Key points
- Auburn defeated top-ranked Georgia 27-24 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga.
- The victory ended Georgia's nine-game winning streak in the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry.
- It was Auburn's first win in Athens since 2005.
- Alex McPherson kicked a walk-off field goal to secure the victory.
- Georgia entered the game undefeated at 6-0, while Auburn had a 3-2 record.
On Saturday, Oct. 17, Auburn defeated top‑ranked Georgia 27‑24 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga.
The victory marked Auburn’s first win in Athens since 2005 and ended Georgia’s nine‑game winning streak in the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry.
First‑year Auburn head coach Alex Golesh oversaw the win, which featured a walk‑off field goal by Alex McPherson.
Georgia entered the game undefeated at 6‑0, while Auburn came in with a 3‑2 record.
Your questions, answered
Who won the Auburn vs Georgia game on October 17?
Auburn defeated top-ranked Georgia 27-24 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga.
How did Auburn beat Georgia?
Auburn won on a walk-off field goal by Alex McPherson, ending Georgia's nine-game winning streak in the rivalry.
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