Auburn football suffered a tough defeat against No. 20 LSU on Saturday, but it may have discovered a winning combination. Quarterback Robby Ashford connected with tight end Brandon Frazier multiple times, including a touchdown pass.
In their 48-18 loss to LSU in Death Valley, Auburn’s offense struggled, but the Ashford-Frazier connection was a bright spot. Ashford completed 3-of-4 passes for 52 yards and a touchdown, with Frazier as his top target.
On the defensive side, linebacker Eugene Asante stood out with 12 tackles and a sack.
Following the game, Auburn Wire writers and fans voted for their “Tiger of the Game”. Here are the top picks:
Taylor Jones: Robby Ashford
Robby Ashford may not have put up impressive stats, but he managed the game effectively. He completed 3-of-4 passes for 52 yards and a touchdown, while also gaining 19 yards on the ground.
JD McCarthy: Brandon Frazier
Brandon Frazier was Ashford’s top target, receiving all three of his completions, including a touchdown. Frazier led Auburn in receiving with 52 yards.