Takeo Spikes

Linebacker

Linebacker · 1995-1997

AUBURN

Iron Bowl Record: 1-2

Biography

Takeo Spikes was the prototype for the modern linebacker. A terrifying physical presence, he led Auburn to the 1997 SEC Championship game. He is beloved by Auburn fans for his intensity and leadership.

Rivalry Context

Takeo Spikes is tracked in the Iron Bowl History archive as a linebacker connected to Auburn during the 1995-1997 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 1-2. Records are presented as rivalry-specific context and should be read alongside the linked game pages when a notable game is available.

Takeo Spikes's profile includes 4 documented achievements, including All-American (1997) and Butkus Award Finalist.

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-American (1997)
Butkus Award Finalist
SEC Legend
Drafted 13th overall

Notable Iron Bowl Games

1997

Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL

Alabama

Auburn

The 1997 Iron Bowl will always be remembered for a single, heartbreaking play for Alabama fans. In a game dominated by defense and tension, #13 Auburn edged Alabama 18-17 at Jordan-Hare Stadium to clinch the SEC West. With Alabama leading 17-15 late in the fourth quarter, they were driving to run out the clock. On a critical 3rd-and-8, quarterback Freddie Kitchens threw a screen pass to fullback Ed Scissum. Scissum fought for the first down but fumbled the ball, and Auburn recovered. The turnover gave the Tigers new life. Auburn drove down the field, and kicker Jaret Holmes nailed a 39-yard field goal to give Auburn an 18-17 lead. Alabama had one final desperation drive, but a long 57-yard field goal attempt fell short.

Takeo Spikes

Biography

Rivalry Context

Achievements

Notable Iron Bowl Games

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