Quentin Riggins

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.