Bear Bryant
Head Coach • 1958-1982
ALABAMA
Iron Bowl Record: 19-6
"I ain't never been nothing but a winner."
Biography
Paul "Bear" Bryant is the most iconic figure in Alabama football history. He coached the Crimson Tide for 25 years, winning 6 national championships and becoming a legend of college football.
Achievements
- 6 National Championships (1961, 1964, 1965, 1973, 1978, 1979)
- 13 SEC Championships
- 323 career wins
- College Football Hall of Fame (1986)
- 19-6 record vs Auburn
Notable Iron Bowl Games
1971
Birmingham, AL (Legion Field)
Alabama
31
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Auburn
7
#5 Alabama dominated Auburn 31-7 at Legion Field.
1972
Birmingham, AL (Legion Field)
Alabama
16
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Auburn
17
In the famous 'Punt Bama Punt' game, #9 Auburn stunned #2 Alabama 17-16 with two dramatic punt returns for touchdowns in the final minutes.
1982
Birmingham, AL (Legion Field)
Alabama
22
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Auburn
23
In the famous 'Bo Over the Top' game, #8 Auburn defeated #7 Alabama 23-22 as Bo Jackson jumped over the top for the winning touchdown.