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Auburn Tigers' Defense Roars, But Georgia Bulldogs Bite Back in Jordan-Hare Battle

The Auburn Tigers faced off against the Georgia Bulldogs at Jordan-Hare Stadium in a game that saw the Tigers' record fall to 3-3, while the Bulldogs improved to 5-1. The final score was 20-10 in favor of the visiting team.


Jan 1, 2020; Tampa, Florida, USA; Auburn Tigers place kicker Anders Carlson (26) makes a field goal against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

First Quarter


The opening quarter saw Auburn take an early lead with a rushing touchdown by quarterback Jackson Arnold. The War Eagles' defense was formidable, with linebackers Robert Woodyard Jr. and Elijah Melendez each recording a sack, contributing to their team's strong start.


Second Quarter


As the second quarter unfolded, both teams managed only field goals. Alex McPherson's successful kick for Auburn maintained their lead momentarily before Georgia responded with one of their own. Despite penalties totaling 103 yards for Auburn, they held on defensively.


Third Quarter


The third quarter marked a turning point as Georgia surged ahead with a touchdown and field goal combination. The Dawgs capitalized on an Auburn fumble by Arnold and took control of possession time significantly during this period.


Fourth Quarter


In the final quarter, another touchdown from Georgia sealed their victory despite continued efforts from Auburn's defense which tallied two sacks overall. Malcolm Simmons contributed offensively with notable receptions but couldn't change the game's trajectory.


This matchup highlighted key moments where defensive plays were crucial yet not enough to secure victory for Auburn against a resilient Bulldog squad. Fans can look forward to more action as they anticipate future games featuring these fierce competitors.


Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game when Auburn hosts Missouri Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on October 18th at 1:00 PM EDT broadcasted by ESPN Networks. Share this article and stay tuned for more updates!

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