On the controversial fumble, John Mateer’s pass to Isaiah Sategna at the Auburn 37 with 10:17 in the first quarter resulted in what was called on the field as a completed pass. Auburn’s Jahquez Robinson caused a fumble and Kayin Lee returned 64 yards for a touchdown.

In addition to that, Alabama will also face six additional conference opponents annually with the SEC moving to nine games. Of the nine, four will be home games during the 2026 and 2028 seasons, while Alabama will play five home contests in both 2027 and 2029.

The Auburn Tigers hold off a quality 4th quarter comeback effort by the South Alabama Jaguars to move to 3-0.

Jackson Arnold accounted for three touchdowns, including two rushing, and No. 24 Auburn beat South Alabama 31-15.

Auburn University leads the state at No. 102. It is also rated the 49th best public university in the National category. The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) follows at No. 131. The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa ranks No. 169.

Auburn football remained undefeated this weekend with a victory against South Alabama. Here's how that impacted the Tigers' place in the national polls.

Ahead of this weekend's Auburn football vs. South Alabama contest, both head coaches expressed their support for in-state matchups.

The other players with Alabama football roots nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 include running back Shaun Alexander ( Alabama ), offensive tackle Willie Anderson (Vigor, Auburn), defensive end Robert Mathis ( Alabama A&M ), linebacker Takeo Spikes (Auburn) and wide receiver Roddy White ( UAB ).