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October 14, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL. - The UAB Blazers return to Protective Stadium this Saturday, Oct. 18, for one of the most emotionally charged and high-stakes matchups of their season: a showdown against undefeated and 22nd-ranked Memphis in the annual Battle for the Bones. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. CT and will be nationally televised on ESPN2. This year's edition of the rivalry arrives with added layers of drama, transition, and meaning. Just days before the game, UAB announced a major...
October 12, 2025 – BIRMINGHAM, AL – The University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB) has parted ways with head football Coach Trent Dilfer. The university released a statement from UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram on Sunday. "We have made a decision to part ways with Head Football Coach Trent Dilfer. We agree that - unfortunately - our on-field performance has not lived up to the standard of winning we have for the program. This decision will allow us to move forward in the best long-term int...
October 13, 2025 - COLUMBIA, MISSOURRI - In a game that tested grit, depth, and poise, the Alabama Crimson Tide marched into Columbia and emerged with a hard-fought 27–24 win over the previously undefeated Missouri Tigers. The victory marks Alabama's third straight win over a ranked SEC opponent and extends its winning streak to five games, solidifying its place among the nation's elite. Quarterback Ty Simpson once again proved why he's the heartbeat of Alabama's offense, throwing for 200 y...
October 11, 2025 – AUBURN, AL. – In a gritty showdown at Jordan-Hare Stadium on October 11, 2025, the No. 9 Georgia Bulldogs rallied past the Auburn Tigers 20-10, notching their ninth consecutive win in the storied Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry. The victory improved Georgia’s record to 5-1 (3-1 SEC), while Auburn fell to 3-3 (0-3 SEC), continuing a frustrating conference stretch. The game began with Auburn striking first. Quarterback Jackson Arnold capped off a strong opening drive with a 2-yard...
October 4, 2025 – Last year the Tide beat Georgia and vaulted to number one in the country; then their season came apart in Nashville against Vanderbilt. Saturday's rematch started off similarly for the Tide. Vanderbilt running back Sedrick Alexander ran the ball 65 yards for a touchdown to take a seven-point lead. The Tide missed a makeable field goal and Vanderbilt Quarterback Diego Pavia led the Commodores down the field at will to jump out to a 14 to 7 lead in the second quarter. Then the Ti...
BIRMINGHAM, AL. - October 4, 2025 - The UAB Blazers fell to the Army Black Knights 31–13 on Saturday afternoon at Protective Stadium, undone by a second-half surge led by Army quarterback Cale Hellums and a disciplined Black Knights defense that kept UAB's high-powered passing attack in check. The loss drops UAB to 2–3 overall and 0–2 in American Athletic Conference play, while Army improves to 2–3 and picks up its first conference win of the season. A Tale of Two Halves The first half was a t...
TROY, AL. - October 4, 2025 - In a game that lived up to the intensity of the "Battle for the Belt" rivalry, the Troy Trojans outlasted the South Alabama Jaguars 31–24 in overtime at Veterans Memorial Stadium. The win marked a pivotal Sun Belt Conference victory for Troy, who improved to 4–2 on the season and 2–0 in conference play. Running back Tae Meadows sealed the win with a 3-yard touchdown run in overtime, capping a gritty performance by the Trojans, who overcame a late-game surge by So...
AUBURN, AL. - October 11, 2025 - The 130th edition of the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry kicks off Saturday night as the No. 9 Georgia Bulldogs (4–1, 2–1 SEC) travel to Jordan-Hare Stadium to face the Auburn Tigers (3–2, 0–2 SEC). The game will be televised nationally on ABC at 6:30 p.m. CT, with Georgia looking to extend its eight-game winning streak over Auburn. Context and Stakes • Georgia enters the matchup fresh off a 35–14 win over Kentucky, rebounding from a tough loss to Alabama two weeks p...
COLUMBIA, Mo. - October 11, 2025 - The No. 8 Alabama Crimson Tide (4–1, 2–0 SEC) travel to Memorial Stadium to face the undefeated No. 14 Missouri Tigers (5–0, 1–0 SEC) in a pivotal Week 7 matchup that could reshape the SEC standings. Kickoff is set for 11:00 a.m. CT and will be broadcast nationally on ABC. This marks Alabama's third straight game against a ranked SEC opponent, while Missouri enters its toughest test of the season after a dominant non-conference run. 🔍 Team Overview Alabama Cr...
September 27, 2025 - College Station, TX – The Auburn University Tigers football team lost to Texas A&M by the score of 10 to 16. The Tigers' offensive struggles continued for the second straight week. The defense kept getting stops and giving the offense possessions. They just couldn't do anything with the opportunities. Texas A&M ran the ball hard. Running back Le'Veon Moss had an impressive 139 yards rushing for the Aggies and a touchdown including a 38-yard burst to set up the opening s...
September 20, 2025 – BUFFALO, NY – Troy University fans who cut the game off after three quarters of play were pleasantly surprised when they woke up the next day as Troy mounted an incredible fourth-quarter comeback to defeat Buffalo 21 to 17. Troy had been shut out of the end zone for three quarters 0 to 14. After giving up a fourth quarter field goal that appeared to be the dagger, The Troy Trojans erupted with 21 unanswered points in the fourth. "We didn't flinch," said Troy Coach Gerad Par...
September 20, 2025 – KNOXVILLE, TN – The UAB football team went to Tennessee to play the number 15 ranked Volunteers. The Blazers were mismatched from the start. Tennessee jumped out to a 21 to 0 lead in the first quarter, then followed that up with 21 more points in the second quarter to close out the half 42 to 7. UAB was more competitive in the second half outscoring Tennessee 17 to 14 while Tennessee rested many of its starters. The game finished with a Tennessee win of 24 to 56. UAB Coa...
In one of the most anticipated matchups of the 2025 college football season, the Alabama Crimson Tide marched into Athens and stunned the Georgia Bulldogs with a 24–21 victory that ended Georgia's six-year home winning streak. The game, played under the lights at Sanford Stadium before a sold-out crowd of 93,033, was a showcase of grit, strategy, and clutch execution-especially from Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson, whose first-half heroics set the tone for a statement win. Ranked No. 17 entering...
September 27, 2025 - HATTIESBURG, Miss. - Jacksonville State's road trip to Southern Miss ended in disappointment Saturday night as the Gamecocks fell 42–25 in a game defined by early defensive breakdowns and missed opportunities. The loss drops JSU to 2–3 on the season as they prepare to enter the heart of Conference USA play. 🔹 First-Half Struggles Set the Tone Southern Miss jumped out to a 21–3 lead by halftime, capitalizing on explosive plays and a balanced offensive attack led by quarterb...
September 27, 2025 - DENTON, Texas - South Alabama's road trip to undefeated North Texas ended in a 36–22 loss Saturday afternoon at DATCU Stadium, as the Jaguars struggled to contain Mean Green running back Caleb Hawkins and missed key opportunities in the second half. The defeat drops South Alabama to 1–4 on the season, with Sun Belt play looming. 🔹 Hawkins Dominates in All Phases North Texas running back Caleb Hawkins was the difference-maker, racking up 218 total yards and three touchd...
October 3, 2025 - TUSCALOOSA-The Alabama Crimson Tide returns to Bryant-Denny Stadium this Saturday with a mission: avenge last year's stunning loss to Vanderbilt and reassert its dominance in the Southeastern Conference. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CDT, and while Alabama enters as a 10.5-point favorite, the matchup carries more tension than the odds suggest. A Tale of Two Teams Alabama (3–1, 1–0 SEC) comes into the game ranked No. 10 nationally, fresh off a gritty 24–21 win over Georg...
October 4, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL. - Protective Stadium will be the battleground today as the Army Black Knights (1–3) face off against the UAB Blazers (2–2) in a high-stakes American Athletic Conference showdown. Kickoff is set for 12 p.m. CDT on ESPNU, and while neither team enters with a winning record, both are hungry to reset their seasons and prove their mettle. Context and Stakes Army arrives in Birmingham after a humbling 28–6 loss to East Carolina, where offensive miscues and defen...
October 4, 2025 - TROY, Ala. - The stakes are high and the tension is real as the Troy Trojans (2–2) welcome the South Alabama Jaguars (1–4) to Veterans Memorial Stadium today for a pivotal Sun Belt Conference clash. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. CT, and the game will be streamed live on ESPN+. While neither team enters with a dominant record, this matchup carries weight far beyond the standings. It's a battle for in-state pride, recruiting momentum, and a chance to reset the season's tra...
The world of football is mourning the loss of Rudi Johnson, the former Cincinnati Bengals star running back and Auburn Tigers standout, who passed away at the age of 45. Johnson, known for his relentless running style and unwavering work ethic, left an indelible mark both on and off the field, earning the admiration of teammates, coaches, and fans alike. Early Life and Path to Stardom Born in Ettrick, Virginia, Rudi Johnson's journey to football greatness began in humble surroundings. Raised in...
September 20, 2025 – The Auburn football team opened SEC play against Oklahoma and received the Tigers' first loss of the season in a game that was marred by questionable officiating. Auburn appeared to be off to an early lead after the Tigers returned a fumble for a touchdown, but that was overturned by the officiating crew taking six points off the board.. “I don’t know how it’s not a fumble. Maybe they had a different review upstairs. Looked like he juggled at first, regained, and ran. We...
MOBILE, AL - September 20, 2025 - The South Alabama Jaguars (1–2) return to Hancock Whitney Stadium this Saturday to face the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (1–2) in a pivotal Sun Belt Conference clash. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. CT and will stream live on ESPN+. Both teams enter Week 4 looking to rebound from tough losses and gain traction in conference play. South Alabama fell 31–15 to Auburn last weekend, while Coastal Carolina was shut out 38–0 by East Carolina. Despite identical records...
Jacksonville, AL - September 20, 2025 The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (1–2) return home this Saturday for a pivotal matchup against the Murray State Racers (0–3) as part of the university's Homecoming Weekend festivities. Kickoff is set for 4:00 p.m. CT at AmFirst Stadium, with live coverage on ESPN+. After a narrow 41–34 road loss to Georgia Southern last week, the Gamecocks are eager to bounce back and build momentum heading into conference play. Murray State, meanwhile, is still searc...
BUFFALO, NY - September 20, 2025 - The Troy Trojans (1–2) will look to rebound from a difficult stretch when they travel to upstate New York to face the Buffalo Bulls (2–1) at UB Stadium this Saturday. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CT and will stream live on ESPN+. This Week 4 matchup marks the final non-conference game of the regular season for Troy, which is coming off back-to-back losses to No. 8 Clemson and Memphis. Buffalo, meanwhile, enters the game riding momentum after a 31–28 win over...
MOODY, AL. - September 20, 2025 - The UAB Blazers (2-1) will face their steepest challenge of the season Saturday as they travel to Neyland Stadium to take on the No. 15-ranked Tennessee Volunteers (2-1). Kickoff is set for 12:45 p.m. ET (11:45 a.m. CT) and will air on the SEC Network. Both teams enter Week 4 with identical records, but the Volunteers are heavy favorites-listed as 39-point favorites by oddsmakers-with one of the most explosive offenses in the country. Tennessee is averaging a...
MOODY, AL - September 19, 2025 - The Auburn Tigers (3-0) will face their toughest test yet this Saturday as they travel to Norman, Oklahoma, to take on the No. 11-ranked Sooners (3-0) in a pivotal SEC clash. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CT at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, with national coverage on ABC. This Week 4 matchup marks the first SEC game of the season for both programs and the only ranked-on-ranked SEC contest of the weekend. Auburn enters the game ranked No. 22 in the AP...
