Georgia Battles Auburn in Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry on October 11, 2025

On October 11, 2025, the No. 10 Georgia Bulldogs traveled to Jordan-Hare Stadium to take on the Auburn Tigers in the 130th edition of the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry. The Bulldogs entered the game with an impressive 4-1 record, looking to extend their eight-game winning streak against Auburn, while the Tigers, at 3-2, sought to reverse their offensive struggles and avoid an 0-3 start in SEC play for the third consecutive season. Auburn, hoping to ignite their lackluster offense—perhaps inspired by a recent visit from legendary quarterback Cam Newton—struck first with a touchdown run by quarterback Jackson Arnold. However, the Bulldogs’ defense, though not as dominant in pass rush this season, continued to stifle opponents’ ground games, holding teams to under 90 rushing yards per contest. Auburn, for their part, have been allowing a nation-worst 4.20 sacks per game, making Georgia’s defensive front a key factor to watch throughout the matchup. The rivalry has been one-sided of late, with Georgia winning all but one game since 2014. Auburn’s last win over Georgia came in 2017 at Jordan-Hare Stadium, but the Bulldogs avenged that loss in the SEC Championship later that year. For head coach Hugh Freeze and the Tigers, a win against Georgia would not only boost morale but potentially shift the momentum of their season. Freeze acknowledged the game’s significance, stating, “Everything is still in front of us, and it starts with an incredible rivalry game that you ought to just relish the opportunity to play in.” Both teams entered the contest with stout run defenses, ranking among the nation’s top 20 in limiting opponents’ rushing yards. Offensively, Georgia has posted a 53.7% success rate on designed run plays, slightly outperforming Auburn’s 47.6%. Still, neither team’s passing attack has been particularly explosive this season. The Bulldogs’ Gunner Stockton and Auburn’s Jackson Arnold have shown flashes but remain inconsistent, contributing to both teams’ combined 3-7 record against the spread (ATS) so far this year. The betting lines, according to CBS Sports and ESPN Bet, gave Georgia a slight edge at -4.5, with the total set around 45.5 points. Recent history in this storied rivalry suggests a low-scoring affair, as nine of the last twelve meetings have finished under the total. Experts such as Tom Fornelli and Chip Patterson leaned toward the under, expecting both defenses to dictate the pace. As the Bulldogs embark on a challenging three-game stretch—facing No. 4 Ole Miss and Florida after Auburn—this rivalry game could set the tone for the remainder of their season. For Auburn, the matchup represents a critical opportunity to reestablish themselves in the SEC and energize their fanbase. Fans could catch the action live on ABC or stream it through Fubo, with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. ET. For full stats and play-by-play details, visit the Georgia vs. Auburn Gamecast on ESPN.