Most Auburn soccer followers would describe the Tigers’ Week 1 win over Baylor as “ugly.” Nevertheless, a number of individuals, together with some within the nationwide media, seen the win as Auburn taking an enormous step ahead.
Following the primary full weekend of school soccer, the Auburn Tigers test in at No. 39 within the newest USA TODAY Sports activities 1-138 re-rank by Paul Myerberg, climbing a whopping 24 spots from final week’s preliminary rating. Auburn is certainly one of 12 groups to advance not less than 20 spots following Week 1’s outcomes. Regardless of taking the loss, Baylor moved 4 spots to No. 49.
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LSU cracked the highest 10 to No. 8 of this week’s rankings after throttling Clemson in Baton Rouge, and Virginia moved into the highest 25 by advancing 19 locations to No. 25. Past the highest 25, Nevada was this week’s largest mover by leaping 52 spots to No. 75 after its 49-14 win over Convention USA favourite Western Kentucky. Colorado’s win over Georgia Tech moved them up 45 spots to No. 59, and UMass jumped to No. 98, transferring 40 spots up after upsetting Rutgers.
Auburn soccer will now shift its focus to Southern Miss, who stays put at No. 125 this week regardless of blowing out Alcorn State to open the season. The Tigers and Golden Eagles will battle on Saturday at 6:45 p.m. CT inside Jordan-Hare Stadium.
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Pictures: Auburn’s 17-16 win over Baylor within the Aflac Kickoff Sport
Auburn Tigers head coach Alex Golesh arrives together with his crew earlier than Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.
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Pictures: Auburn’s 17-16 win over Baylor within the Aflac Kickoff Sport
Auburn Tigers head coach Alex Golesh arrives together with his crew earlier than Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) prepares for a sport in opposition to the Baylor Bears at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Baylor Bears broad receiver Louis Brown IV (4) crosses the aim line for a landing as he’s tackled by Auburn Tigers defensive again Andre Jordan Jr. (22) as Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Auburn Tigers lead Baylor Bears 10-7 at halftime.
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Auburn Tigers edge Jared Smith (41) celebrates his interception as Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Auburn Tigers lead Baylor Bears 10-7 at halftime.
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Auburn Tigers operating again Jeremiah Cobb (23) breaks free for a speeding landing as Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Auburn Tigers lead Baylor Bears 10-7 at halftime.
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Auburn Tigers head coach Alex Golesh talks with officers as Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Auburn Tigers lead Baylor Bears 10-7 at halftime.
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Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) throws the ball as Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Auburn Tigers lead Baylor Bears 10-7 at halftime.
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers broad receiver Jeremiah Koger (4) runs after a catch in opposition to the Baylor Bears within the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback DJ Lagway (2) is sacked by Auburn Tigers linebacker Xavier Atkins (17) within the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers linebacker Xavier Atkins (17) reacts after a missed area aim in opposition to the Baylor Bears within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers operating again Bryson Washington (30) runs the ball in opposition to the Baylor Bears within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers broad receiver Bryce Cain (6) runs after a catch in opposition to the Baylor Bears within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers cheerleader runs a flag in opposition to the Baylor Bears within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Baylor Bears broad receiver Jadon Porter (3) drops a move in entrance of Auburn Tigers defensive again Rayshawn Nice (4) within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers head coach Alex Golesh on the sideline in opposition to the Baylor Bears within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers operating again Jeremiah Cobb (23) celebrates with teammates after a landing run in opposition to the Baylor Bears within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Baylor Bears broad receiver Louis Brown IV (4) catches a move for a landing in opposition to the Auburn Tigers within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Pictures: Auburn’s 17-16 win over Baylor within the Aflac Kickoff Sport
Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Auburn Tigers operating again Jeremiah Cobb (23) celebrates with teammates after a landing run in opposition to the Baylor Bears within the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Brett Davis-Imagn Photos
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Auburn Tigers head coach Alex Golesh and Baylor Bears head coach Dave Aranda shake arms after the sport as Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Auburn Tigers defeated Baylor Bears 17-16.
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Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) celebrates victory together with his crew as Auburn Tigers tackle Baylor Bears within the Aflac Kickoff Sport at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Auburn Tigers defeated Baylor Bears 17-16.
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