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Quentin Riggins

Linebacker
Linebacker · 1986-1989
AUBURN
Iron Bowl Record: 4-0

Biography

Quentin Riggins was an undersized but ferocious linebacker who led Auburn in tackles for two straight seasons. A key part of the dominant late-80s defenses, he later became the sideline reporter for the Auburn Network.

Rivalry Context

Quentin Riggins is tracked in the Iron Bowl History archive as a linebacker connected to Auburn during the 1986-1989 period. The profile is intended to place the person in rivalry context rather than serve as a complete career biography.

The recorded Iron Bowl mark for this profile is 4-0. Records are presented as rivalry-specific context and should be read alongside the linked game pages when a notable game is available.

Quentin Riggins's profile includes 4 documented achievements, including All-SEC (1988, 1989) and SEC Champion (1987, 1988, 1989).

The notable game links below connect this profile to 1 Iron Bowl archive entry, making the biographical note part of the broader game-by-game record.

Achievements

  • All-SEC (1988, 1989)
  • SEC Champion (1987, 1988, 1989)
  • Undefeated vs Alabama (4-0)
  • Auburn Radio Broadcaster

Notable Iron Bowl Games

1989
Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL
Alabama
20
-
Auburn
30

The 1989 Iron Bowl was more than a game; it was a cultural shift. For the first time in the rivalry's history, the game was played at Auburn's Jordan-Hare Stadium. The emotional energy propelled #11 Auburn to a 30-20 victory over #2 undefeated Alabama. The atmosphere was unlike anything Alabama had faced. Auburn trailed 10-7 at halftime but fed off the crowd's energy in the second half. They scored on four consecutive possessions to take a commanding 27-10 lead. Quarterback Reggie Slack and running back Stacy Danley led the way, but the MVP was the crowd. Alabama battled back but couldn't overcome the deficit or the environment. The win secured a share of the SEC title for Auburn. More importantly, it shattered the tradition of playing the Iron Bowl solely at Legion Field, changing the dynamics of the rivalry forever.

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