Alabama Tops Auburn 28-14 in Iron Bowl

In the annual Iron Bowl, No. 13 Alabama secured a 28-14 victory over Auburn, marking their fifth consecutive win in this fierce rivalry. Alabama's performance included three first-half turnovers but was bolstered by a strong defensive showing in the red zone, allowing them to remain in contention for the College Football Playoff. Auburn, struggling with missed opportunities, ends its season with a disappointing 5-7 record and will miss a bowl game for the first time since 2010. The rivalry, deeply rooted in Alabama culture, continues to captivate fans, highlighting the intense competition between the two schools. Meanwhile, Alabama's basketball team, after a narrow 95-90 win against Rutgers, raised concerns over their defensive capabilities and turnover issues, despite advancing to 6-1 on the season. Coach Nate Oats emphasized the need for improvement on defense as they prepare for tougher matchups ahead.