The Giants of
The Iron Bowl.

Derrick Henry dominated Auburn in his Heisman Trophy season, rushing for 271 yards on 46 carries in the 2015 Iron Bowl. His punishing running style and record-breaking performance cemented his legacy.

AJ McCarron led Alabama to two national championships and never lost to Auburn until the infamous "Kick Six" game in 2013. His leadership and clutch performances defined Alabama's dynasty era.

Tua Tagovailoa became a legend when he threw the game-winning touchdown in the 2018 National Championship. He dominated Auburn in 2018, throwing 5 touchdowns in a 52-21 rout.

Bryce Young won the Heisman Trophy in 2021 and never lost to Auburn in the regular season. His pinpoint accuracy and composure under pressure made him one of Alabama's greatest quarterbacks.

Jalen Milroe became the starting quarterback in 2023 and led Alabama to victory in Kalen DeBoer's first Iron Bowl in 2024. His dual-threat capability and three rushing touchdowns in the 2024 Iron Bowl cemented his place in Alabama football history.

Ty Simpson stepped into the spotlight in the 2025 Iron Bowl, throwing three touchdown passes to Isaiah Horton to lead Alabama to a 27-20 victory. His poise in the clutch helped extend Alabama's winning streak in the rivalry.

Joe Namath, known as "Broadway Joe," led Alabama to the 1964 National Championship. Under Bear Bryant, he became an icon of cool and one of the greatest quarterbacks in college football history. His 29-4 record at Alabama set the stage for his legendary NFL career.

Ken "The Snake" Stabler produced one of the most iconic moments in Iron Bowl history with his "Run in the Mud" in 1967. A perfect operator of Bear Bryant's offense, Stabler was a master of the comeback and led Alabama to an undefeated 11-0 season in 1966.

Mark Ingram became Alabama's first-ever Heisman Trophy winner in 2009, leading the Tide to a perfect 14-0 season and a National Championship. His combination of power and balance defined the early Saban dynasty.

Shaun Alexander was the face of Alabama football in the late 90s. He left Tuscaloosa with 15 school records, including 3,565 career rushing yards and 50 total touchdowns. His performance in the 1999 regular season led Alabama to an SEC title.

Cornelius Bennett was a three-time All-American and the Lombardi Award winner in 1986. A fierce linebacker, "Biscuit" was the heart of the Alabama defense in the mid-80s and is widely considered one of the greatest defensive players in SEC history.

Derrick Thomas was an unstoppable force of nature. In 1988 alone, he recorded an astonishing 27 sacks, a record that may never be broken. He won the Butkus Award and terrorized quarterbacks throughout his career.

Johnny Musso, "The Italian Stallion," was the gritty, tough-running heart of Bear Bryant's first wishbone teams. He was a two-time All-American and finished 4th in the Heisman voting, embodying the toughness of Alabama football.

Ozzie Newsome revolutionized the Tight End position at Alabama. The "Wizard of Oz" was a consensus All-American and Bear Bryant's favorite target, averaging over 20 yards per catch for his career.

Cam Newton had one of the greatest seasons in college football history in 2010, leading Auburn to a national championship. He defeated #2 Alabama 28-27 in the Iron Bowl, sealing Auburn's perfect season.

Chris Davis returned a missed field goal 109 yards for a touchdown as time expired in the 2013 Iron Bowl, creating the most iconic play in rivalry history. The "Kick Six" is replayed endlessly and remains the defining moment of the Iron Bowl.

Bo Jackson is not just an Auburn legend; he is widely considered the greatest athlete in the history of American sports. His four years at Auburn (1982-1985) produced a highlight reel that defies physics and logic. In the Iron Bowl, Bo was a force of nature. As a freshman in 1982, he scored the game-winning touchdown in "Bo Over the Top," a leap that broke a nine-year losing streak to Alabama and ignited a new era of Auburn football. In 1983, he rushed for 256 yards against Alabama, a performance that showcased his rare combination of world-class speed (4.12 in the 40-yard dash) and bruising power. His senior season in 1985 culminated in the Heisman Trophy, the second in Auburn history. Beyond the numbers (4,303 career rushing yards), Bo was a cultural phenomenon. He was a superhero in pads who could do things no other human could. He went on to become the only athlete to be named an All-Star in both the NFL (Raiders) and MLB (Royals). Yet, for Auburn fans, he will always be the freshman jumping over the pile at Legion Field, landing in the end zone and forever changing the trajectory of the Auburn-Alabama rivalry. Decades later, his name "Bo" is enough to evoke memories of dominance.

Nick Marshall led Auburn to the 2013 SEC Championship and the famous "Kick Six" victory over Alabama. His dual-threat ability made Auburn's offense unstoppable.

Pat Sullivan was Auburn's first Heisman Trophy winner (1971). He was a superstar who put Auburn on the national map in the modern TV era, breaking numerous NCAA records. His partnership with Terry Beasley is legendary.

Terry Beasley was the other half of "Sullivan-to-Beasley." A unanimous All-American, he held Auburn receiving records for decades. His speed and route running made him nearly unguardable in the early 70s.

Cadillac Williams is Auburn's all-time leader in rushing touchdowns (45). A key member of the undefeated 2004 team, he famously "went crazy" in the 2003 Iron Bowl, rushing on the very first play for an 80-yard score.

Tracy Rocker is arguably the greatest defensive lineman in Auburn history. In 1988, he became the first SEC player to win both the Lombardi Award and the Outland Trophy. He was a dominant force who controlled the line of scrimmage.

Brent Fullwood was a key part of Auburn's wishbone attack in the mid-80s. A swift and powerful runner, he finished 6th in the Heisman voting in 1986 and helped lead Auburn to significant victories.

Lawyer Tillman is famous for "The Reverse." In the 1986 Iron Bowl, he scored the game-winning touchdown on a reverse play late in the 4th quarter, giving Auburn a 21-17 victory.

Kerryon Johnson dominated Alabama in the 2017 Iron Bowl upset, rushing for 104 yards and helping Auburn stun the top-ranked Crimson Tide 26-14.