The weekend after Thanksgiving is basically defined by one of college football’s most legendary rivalries: the Iron Bowl. This annual showdown between Alabama and Auburn? It’s not just a game—it’s a spectacle packed with drama, history, and wild, unforgettable moments.
No. 10 Alabama is heading to Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium this Saturday. Fans are on edge, waiting for another wild chapter in this epic rivalry.
Alabama leads the all-time series 51-37-1, so yes, the Crimson Tide have dominated overall. But let’s be honest, the Tigers have a knack for spoiling the party, especially at home.
Let’s look back at a few of the most memorable Iron Bowl moments at Jordan-Hare Stadium in recent years. Some of these games just refuse to fade from memory.
Recent Iron Bowl Classics at Jordan-Hare Stadium
Alabama comes into this one riding a five-game winning streak over Auburn. Still, history has shown that anything can happen in the Iron Bowl, especially at Jordan-Hare.
Here are a few of the most iconic moments that have unfolded on Auburn’s home turf.
2025: The “Gravedigger” Play
This one felt like it was slipping away from Alabama. But quarterback Jalen Milroe pulled off a miracle.
It was fourth-and-31, just 43 seconds left, Alabama trailing 24-20. Milroe somehow launched a touchdown pass to Isaiah Bond.
They called it “gravedigger,” and it was a wild display of Milroe’s nerves. Alabama’s playoff hopes were dangling by a thread, but that play kept them alive.
Milroe summed it up perfectly after the game: *I’ll never forget this game… ever.* That about captures how Tide fans felt, too.
2021: The Longest Iron Bowl
Another absolute heart-stopper came in 2021. Alabama needed a miracle just to stay alive.
Down seven with 24 seconds left, Bryce Young found Ja’Corey Brooks for a 28-yard touchdown. That capped a 97-yard drive with zero timeouts.
The game went to overtime—the first ever in Iron Bowl history—and then just kept going. Four overtimes later, Alabama finally won 24-22.
It was exhausting and unforgettable all at once.
2017: Auburn Ends Alabama’s Perfect Season
In 2017, the stakes couldn’t have been higher. No. 1 Alabama vs. No. 6 Auburn—plenty on the line.
Kerryon Johnson led the Tigers, rushing for 104 yards, scoring a touchdown, and even throwing for another. Auburn handed Alabama a 26-14 loss and ended their perfect season.
Alabama still squeaked into the playoff as the No. 4 seed and went on to win the National Championship, but that Iron Bowl loss definitely stung.
2013: The Kick Six
Honestly, you can’t talk Iron Bowl without bringing up the 2013 “Kick Six.” The score was tied, one second left, Alabama lining up for a 57-yard field goal.
Auburn’s Chris Davis was back in the end zone, just in case. The kick came up short, Davis grabbed it, and the rest is history—he sprinted 109 yards for a touchdown.
Auburn won 34-28 and punched their ticket to the SEC Championship Game. As Davis tore down the sideline, Auburn announcer Rod Bramblett screamed, *Auburn’s going to win the football game.* It was pure disbelief and joy in one moment.
Why the Iron Bowl at Jordan-Hare Stadium is Special
Jordan-Hare Stadium is where some of the wildest and most unexpected Iron Bowl moments have happened. The place just adds an extra edge—there’s always a sense that something crazy could go down.
- Home Field Advantage: Auburn’s record at home is better against Alabama, and Jordan-Hare really does feel like a fortress where the improbable happens.
- Historic Upsets: This stadium has seen plenty of unranked Auburn teams take down top-ranked Alabama squads.
- Fan Atmosphere: Auburn fans bring an energy that’s hard to describe, and it absolutely rattles the visiting team. Sometimes you can almost feel it shift the game.
Looking Ahead to the 2025 Iron Bowl
We’re getting close to this year’s Iron Bowl, and honestly, the tension is already building. Alabama wants to keep its winning streak alive.
Auburn? Well, they’re itching to shake things up and play spoiler again. With so much history and pressure, it’s hard to imagine this game won’t deliver another wild twist.
If you want to dive deeper or just relive some jaw-dropping Iron Bowl moments, take a look at the full article on ESPN.
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