1987 Iron Bowl

1987-11-27

Birmingham, AL (Legion Field)

ALABAMA

Ranked #18

0

VS

AUBURN

Ranked #7

10

WINNER

Game Summary

The 1987 Iron Bowl was a masterclass in defense by the Auburn Tigers. Facing an Alabama team vying for respect, Auburn delivered a 10-0 shutout at Legion Field. It was a methodical beatdown that clinched the SEC Championship for Pat Dye's squad. The game wasn't flashy. Auburn scored on a Harry Jackson run and a Win Lyle field goal. That was it. But it was all they needed. Alabama's offense never crossed the 50-yard line in the second half. The win symbolized the height of Pat Dye's power at Auburn. His teams were physically tougher and more disciplined than their rivals. The shutout was a humiliation for Alabama and signaled that the road to the SEC title went through Auburn.

Decisive Moment

Auburn's defense not allowing Alabama to cross midfield in the second half.

Key Players

Harry Jackson (Auburn)

Win Lyle (Auburn)

Aundray Bruce (Auburn)

Bobby Humphrey (Alabama)

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Historical Deep Dive

The 1987 Iron Bowl was a masterclass in defense by the Auburn Tigers. Facing an Alabama team vying for respect, Auburn delivered a 10-0 shutout at Legion Field. It was a methodical beatdown that clinched the SEC Championship for Pat Dye’s squad.

Grind It Out

The game wasn’t flashy. Auburn scored on a Harry Jackson run and a Win Lyle field goal. That was it. But it was all they needed. Alabama’s offense never crossed the 50-yard line in the second half.

Dye’s Dynasty

The win symbolized the height of Pat Dye’s power at Auburn. His teams were physically tougher and more disciplined than their rivals. The shutout was a humiliation for Alabama and signaled that the road to the SEC title went through Auburn.