The 1950 Iron Bowl was a showcase for Alabama star Ed Salem. #16 Alabama crushed Auburn 34-0 at Legion Field.
The Ed Salem Game
Salem was unstoppable, accounting for multiple scores. Receiver Al Lary also had a huge day, catching three touchdown passes. The offense was firing on all cylinders against an overmatched Auburn squad.
Coaching Change
The lopsided loss was the final straw for Auburn coach Earl Brown. He would be replaced the following season by Shug Jordan, setting the stage for the rivalry’s modern era competitiveness.