In the end, as with most games with our biggest rivals, the games seem to name themselves.
In 2013 in probably the best college football game of all time, Auburn punt return specialist Chris Davis took a 109 yard gallop through the dreams of our most intense rivals. That game was named the "Kick Six."
This past week we were reminded of the 20th Anniversary of the "Barn Burning" game with LSU, the team Auburn defeated Saturday 18 - 13.
So it seems when Auburn faces historically big games for its program, the dramatic story lines always make an appearance. Saturday night was no exception.
Daniel Carlson, who Gus Malzahn calls "the best kicker in all of college football" connected on six Field Goal tries. Carlson, who also handles the kickoff duties for Auburn did not allow a single return of any kickoff by placing the deep into, or through the end zone each time.
If there were any doubt as to Carlson's ability, that should be laid to rest. Daniel firmly planted his foot high atop the running for the Lou Groza Award. An award granted annually to the best kicker in college football.
On To The Game
There were signs of improvement in the offense, and Auburn defense continues to get better each week.
Auburn had more first downs, more drives into the red zone than LSU, and doubled LSU's passing yards.
Sean White had the kind of game that makes you smile. 19 of 26 for 234 yards and zero interceptions.
The big sticking point is not getting TD's in the red zone. A problem Gus Malzahn insists will continue to get a lot scrutiny and work in practice.
The big plus? Auburn wins! That's good enough for me.
War Eagle!
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