1992 Iron Bowl

1992-11-26

Legion Field, Birmingham, AL

ALABAMA

Ranked #2

17

WINNER

VS

AUBURN

0

Game Summary

The 1992 Iron Bowl was a masterclass by one of the greatest defenses in college football history. On their way to a national championship, #2 Alabama shut out Auburn 17-0 at Legion Field, ending the Pat Dye era at Auburn with a dominant defensive performance. The Crimson Tide defense didn't just stop Auburn; they scored. Cornerback Antonio Langham intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown in the third quarter, breaking open a tight 7-0 game. It was the signature play of a defense that allowed fewer than 10 points per game all season. For Auburn, it was a sad end for legendary coach Pat Dye, who resigned the night before the game.

Decisive Moment

Antonio Langham's pick-six in the third quarter provided the cushion Alabama's defense needed.

Key Players

Antonio Langham (Alabama)

Eric Curry (Alabama)

John Copeland (Alabama)

Stan White (Auburn) ↗

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Historical Deep Dive

The 1992 Iron Bowl was a masterclass by one of the greatest defenses in college football history. On their way to a national championship, #2 Alabama shut out Auburn 17-0 at Legion Field, ending the Pat Dye era at Auburn with a dominant defensive performance.

Antonio Langham’s Moment

The Crimson Tide defense didn’t just stop Auburn; they scored. Cornerback Antonio Langham intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown in the third quarter, breaking open a tight 7-0 game. It was the signature play of a defense that allowed fewer than 10 points per game all season.

Farewell to Dye

For Auburn, it was a sad end for legendary coach Pat Dye, who resigned the night before the game due to NCAA investigations and health issues. His team fought hard but was simply overwhelmed by Gene Stallings’ juggernaut. Alabama finished the regular season 11-0 and went on to defeat Miami in the Sugar Bowl for the national title.