Auburn opponent review: How the Tigers' remaining schedule fared in Week 8
Auburn lost to LSU over the weekend, but the opportunity for the program’s first bowl berth since 2023 is still up for grabs.
Five games remain on the schedule, which includes two road games against ranked opponents. One dropped in the rankings after suffering a loss over the weekend, while another finds itself back in the top-10.
Here’s how the Tigers’ remaining schedule fared in their Week 8 games.
Ole Miss
Result: Ole Miss lost to Texas 34-27.
Despite falling behind 24-3 by halftime, Ole Miss clawed its way back into its road contest against Texas. On the final play of regulation, with Ole Miss trailing by a touchdown, Texas intercepted Trinidad Chambliss in the end zone to end the game.
Chambliss finished with 250 yards passing, two touchdowns and was intercepted three times. Ole Miss dropped to No. 12 in the latest AP Poll.
Next up: Ole Miss (5-2) hosts Auburn (4-3).
Arkansas
Result: Arkansas was on a bye week.
Next up: Arkansas (3-4) hosts Missouri (5-2).
Mississippi State
Result: Mississippi State lost 23-15 to Oklahoma.
Kamario Taylor returned to action for Mississippi State, but left the game in the first quarter with an injury. The Bulldogs fell behind 17-0 by the third quarter, and despite their best efforts, fell short of a comeback. Running back Fluff Bothwell also returned to the lineup this week, logging 17 carries for 111 yards rushing.
Next up: Mississippi State (4-3) travels to Texas (5-2).
Samford
Result: Samford defeated Furman 13-6.
In a low-scoring affair, Samford earned its second win of the season despite Furman totaling more offensive yardage. Quarterback Gabarri Johnson completed 18 of 26 pass attempts for 202 yards and a touchdown without an interception.
Meanwhile, the Samford defense intercepted Furman twice and recovered a fumble to help disrupt any offensive momentum from the Paladins.
Next up: Samford (2-6) hosts Wofford (5-3).
Alabama
Result: Alabama defeated Texas A&M 31-20.
Alabama entered the fourth quarter trailing, but two touchdowns in the fourth helped end the Crimson Tide’s two-game losing streak. Keelon Russell went 19-for-30 for 311 yards and three touchdowns with one interception.
On the flip side, Alabama intercepted Marcel Reed twice, including one for a touchdown, and added another turnover by recovering a fumble. With the win, Alabama moved back into the top-10 at No. 10 in the latest poll.
Next up: Alabama (6-2) is on a bye week.
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