Auburn Football Returns AP Top 25 After Four Years

Auburn football has made a significant rise in the college football rankings, reaching No. 24 in the AP Top 25 poll for the first time since 2021 after impressive wins over Baylor and Ball State. The Tigers have jumped 19 spots since the season opener and are positioned to face five ranked opponents in their remaining games, including Georgia, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Alabama, and Missouri. The SEC remains strong with 11 teams ranked in the AP poll, led by LSU at No. 3 and Georgia at No. 6. Auburn's upcoming game against South Alabama is set for Saturday, with the Jaguars ranked No. 83. Additionally, Auburn is on the cusp of the top 25 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, showing growing momentum under third-year coach Hugh Freeze. This surge reflects Auburn's revival as a competitive force in college football, drawing attention nationally alongside other rising teams like South Florida, which also recently entered the rankings.