Auburn traveled to Tuscaloosa and spoiled the home game for Alabama, winning 17-0. The victory underscored the gap between the two programs at the time.
Auburn's defense pitching yet another shutout on the road.
The series returned to Tuscaloosa in 1901, but the change in venue did little to help the Crimson Tide.
Auburn defeated Alabama 17-0. It was yet another shutout performance by the Auburn defense, which stifled Alabama’s attack throughout the contest.
By 1901, Auburn had won 5 of the first 6 meetings, establishing themselves as the premier program in the state.
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