Despite three turnovers in the first half (two lost fumbles and one interception), the No. 13 Crimson Tide staved off the Tigers' bid for bowl eligibility, guaranteeing with its 2

The Iron Bowl has arrived. Alabama football and Auburn are set to face off in the regular season finale as always, with Tigers coach Hugh Freeze taking part in his second Iron Bowl and Crimson Tide coach Kalen DeBoer set to take part in his first Iron Bowl.

The visiting Tigers stayed close to Alabama in the yards department, being out-gained 457-399. Quarterback Payton Thorne passed for 301 yards and a touchdown in the loss, but two late interceptions, including one on a trick play by running back Jarquez Hunter, killed Auburn’s hopes of erasing the 14-point deficit in the final quarter of play.