The 1961 Iron Bowl was the coronation of Bear Bryant’s first national championship team at Alabama. #1 Alabama steamrolled Auburn 34-0 at Legion Field to complete a perfect 11-0 season.
Defensive Perfection
The 1961 Alabama defense is legendary. They allowed only 25 points all season. In the Iron Bowl, they were impenetrable, shutting out Auburn and forcing multiple turnovers. Auburn never threatened to score.
Starting a Dynasty
The victory secured the AP National Championship, the first of six for Bryant. It marked the definitive arrival of Alabama as a national superpower under his command.