In its season opener, the Auburn Tigers lived up to its lofty ranking by smashing the Washington State Cougars. After the first series it looked like the Tigers were playing a weaker opponent such as UAT. Auburn registered 2 sacks on the first 3 plays and forced WSU to punt. Kenny Irons exploded for 42 yards on the first offensive play for Auburn. He also ran for 58 yards on the first play of the second half. Irons ran for 183 yards on 20 carries and had another 40 in receiving. Will Herring was Auburn's second leading rusher with 42 yards on one carry. His career rushing average now stands at 42 yards per carry.Across the state, in drug infested Tuscaloosa, UAT had to give it all they had to hold off the Rainbow Warriors. Bammer showed that they had very little toughness and no guts when it came to defense and running the ball. UAT gave up over 350 yards passing during the game. On the other side of the ball the always cocky, Kenneth Darby only gained 25 yards on 16 carries behind blocking from Andre Smith. UAT looks to improve its stats next week against Vandy.
