A key matchup is Auburn's running game against Vanderbilt's defense. Jarquez Hunter and the Tigers' runners took over against Kentucky, totaling 326 yards on 50 carries with Hunter supplying most of it . . . WAKA-TV (Montgomery)Keandre Lambert-Smith caught his seventh touchdown pass last weekend and is currently tied for the most in the conference . . . Huntsville TimesDefensive back Keionte Scott and kicker Alex McPherson were both listed as questionable on the first availability report . . . Birmingham NewsAlabama transfer and first-year Tiger Antonio Kite has been dismissed by coach Hugh Freeze for a violation of team rules . . . Inside the Auburn TigersThorne took five sacks on the night. As tough opponents near at the end of this season, Thorne needs to have more time in the pocket than he does in order to make plays and stay healthy . . . USA TodayIf there is a bright side to this underwhelming year for the Auburn Tigers, it's the improvement in the passing game compared to last season . . . Sports Illustrated"My grandmother, she was a big part of me starting football . . . Saturday Down SouthDiego Pavia — who is now Vanderbilt's quarterback — completed 19 of 28 passes for 201 yards and three touchdowns and added eight carries for 35 yards. Tight end Eli Stowers had four receptions for 48 yards and a score in a 31-10 win for the Aggies. Those two are now starring for the Commodores . . . Lindy's SportsThe team is 3-0 when running for multiple touchdowns, and 0-5 when it doesn't . . . College Football News"We respect Auburn. They've got our full attention . . . Vandy247WATCH: Hunter powered Auburn to it's first win in a month, but now the Tigers have to get ready for one of the best Vanderbilt teams in years . . . WRBL-TV (Columbus, Ga. )"The past few games when we had a turnover or something like that, or something bad was going to happen, we just put our heads down. I don't know why it was different, but it just felt different on the sideline . . . Auburn Plainsman"I do spend a decent amount of time talking to Walker — just about the future and quarterback play and leadership," Freeze said. "I don't have to seek him out . . . Auburn Undercover"He's the perfect QB spy. He's the best QB spy in the country . . . Huntsville TimesDespite being only credited one tackle in the victory over Kentucky, he finished with three pressures and three QB hurries. He was the highest graded Tigers defender . . . Birmingham News"Now I'm finally getting a chance to get on campus and make my mark and turn into an Auburn man . . . Inside the Auburn TigersWith only nine players in the playing rotation from last year's team and Keldric Faulk, Jalen McLeod and Eugene Asante the only regular starters, Durkin and the staff have put together a rebuilt group of transfers and true freshmen . . . Inside the Auburn Tigers"I've actually never experienced being out there with that many freshmen, but it shows how much trust our coaches have in our freshmen . . . Sports IllustratedThe second-year Tiger continued a fantastic sophomore campaign on Saturday by registering his third multi-sack game of his season . . . USA TodayVanderbilt is currently 12th in the conference in average total defense, giving up 339 yards per game . . . Auburn PlainsmanThe highly-anticipated QB will likely travel to Auburn sometime in the next few months to move in and get acclimated with his future squad prior to his debut 2025 season . . . Eagle Eye TV (Auburn)Hunter is now positioned as the SEC's leading rusher (863 yards) and needs just 137 yards for his first 1,000-yard season. Hunter's 7.2 yards per carry are also the best in the conference . . . Auburn UndercoverFreeze gave a lot of credit to the offensive line, a unit that had a slightly different lineup against Kentucky. Dillon Wade started at left tackle with Bradyn Joiner at left guard . . . Huntsville TimesPavia threw for 201 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 35 yards against Auburn last season . . . Birmingham NewsBlowing Kentucky off the ball time and time again and doing it against what has been one of the best run defenses in the country, Freeze said it was fun to see things start to come together for the offensive line . . . Inside the Auburn TigersKeldric Faulk continued his breakout season on Saturday with a pair of sacks early in the game . . . USA TodayScott was limited to punt return duties in the Tigers 24-10 win over Kentucky due to tweaking his ankle in practice during the week . . . Sports IllustratedWhen asked about his performance, how he did it and the motivation behind it, Hunter's response was simple. "To be honest, I got tired of losing . . . Saturday Down South"I've loved every second being here. My teammates are amazing. The coaching staff has helped me grow, not only skill-wise but as a person. It goes to show how important the Auburn family is. I love Auburn a lot. It's a fun environment . . . Auburn Media RelationsAuburn will need to keep finding ways to win, because the Tigers face a potentially devastating gauntlet in their last four games that could feature three teams that will finish the season ranked, as well as two potential College Football Playoff squads to end the season . . . Eagle Eye TV (Auburn)In one of the worst games in Auburn football history, the Tigers lost 31-10 to Pavia and New Mexico State last season after entering as 25-point favorites, and on a three-game winning streak . . . Auburn UndercoverAuburn had a 16-yard punt return in the third quarter, but it was brought back to its own 10-yard line after an illegal block in the back. Special teams penalties have been an issue for throughout the season . . . Huntsville TimesWith 50 rushing attempts for 326 total rushing yards on the ground, Freeze utilized that unit all second half to drain out the Wildcats defense . . . Birmingham NewsWATCH: Hugh Freeze talks about the upcoming game against Vanderbilt . . . WVTM-TV (Birmingham)Tigers outgained Kentucky 498-224, including 452-140 over the final three quarters, to win their 10th consecutive trip to Lexington dating back to 1966 . . . WIAT-TV (Birmingham)After totaling 100 yards and 10 points on its first two drives of the night, Kentucky managed just 51 yards on its next 51 plays . . . Inside the Auburn TigersAuburn rallied from a 10-0 deficit with 24 unanswered points to beat Kentucky 24-10 on Saturday night . . . WVTM-TV (Birmingham)Hunter rushed for 278 yards, highlighted by long runs of 50, 46 and 45. The 45-yard run was the backbreaker, and it symbolized how Auburn won this game . . . Birmingham NewsThe total was just 29 yards behind Curtis Kuykendall's all-time single game record for rushing yards by a Tiger. The senior now sits in fourth place on the all-time list, behind only Kuykendall, Tre Mason (304 yards, 2013), and Bo Jackson (290, 1985) . . . USA TodayAuburn-Kentucky statistics . . . Auburn Media Relations
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