Auburn Tigers vs. LSU Tigers: play-by-play, statistics, and live game updates

Auburn Tigers vs. LSU Tigers: Play-by-Play, Statistics, and Live Game Updates

Date: October 20, 2025
Location: Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Game Time: 3:30 PM EST

Pre-game Analysis:

As we head into this highly anticipated SEC showdown between the Auburn Tigers (4-2, 2-1 SEC) and the LSU Tigers (5-1, 3-0 SEC), both teams have a lot to prove. Auburn is coming off a tough home loss against Georgia, but they’ve shown promise with their defense and dynamic running game. LSU, on the other hand, has been red-hot, led by their stellar quarterback play and strong defensive unit. However, this is their first real test at home against a gritty Auburn team.

The atmosphere at Tiger Stadium is electric as the fans fill the stands, ready for what promises to be an intense matchup.

1st Quarter:

15:00 – Kickoff

Auburn kicks off to LSU to start the game. The LSU Tigers receive, and the return man, Malik Washington, takes the ball at the 3-yard line. He crosses the 20, breaks a tackle, and is finally stopped at the LSU 25-yard line.

14:45 – LSU Offensive Drive:

LSU starts their first drive of the game with QB Jaden Daniels leading the charge. Daniels is in the shotgun, with two receivers split out wide.

1st & 10: Daniels takes the snap, hands off to running back John Emery Jr., who picks up 4 yards on a tough run up the middle.
2nd & 6: Daniels drops back to pass. He surveys the field and fires a quick slant to Kayshon Boutte, who makes a nice catch for a gain of 10 yards and a first down at the LSU 39-yard line.
1st & 10: Daniels goes back to the air, this time throwing a deep ball down the sideline for Boutte. The ball is just out of reach, incomplete.
2nd & 10: Daniels hands off to Emery Jr. once again, who breaks free for a 7-yard gain.
3rd & 3: Daniels keeps it himself on a quarterback draw, picking up 5 yards and another first down at the Auburn 49-yard line.

12:30 – LSU Offensive Continuation:

1st & 10: Daniels connects with tight end Mason Taylor over the middle for a 12-yard gain and another first down at the Auburn 37-yard line.
1st & 10: Daniels looks to pass again, but the Auburn pass rush is coming hard. He evades a sack and scrambles for 4 yards.
2nd & 6: Daniels throws a quick out to Brian Thomas Jr., who picks up 5 yards, setting up a manageable 3rd & 1.
3rd & 1: LSU runs a quick play-action, and Daniels finds Boutte in the flat for a 6-yard gain to the Auburn 22-yard line.

The LSU offense is moving with purpose, and Auburn’s defense needs to tighten up.

9:45 – LSU Continues:

1st & 10: On a read option, Daniels keeps the ball and runs for a 9-yard gain.
2nd & 1: Emery Jr. takes the handoff, and he barrels through the Auburn defense, picking up 3 yards for a first down at the Auburn 10-yard line.

8:15 – LSU Offensive Finish:

1st & Goal: Daniels looks to pass but is pressured by Auburn’s defensive end, but he escapes the pocket and finds Boutte in the back of the end zone for a 10-yard touchdown!

7:50 – PAT:
LSU’s kicker, Damian Ramos, lines up for the extra point. The kick is up, and it is good.

LSU 7, Auburn 0

Auburn Offensive Response:

Auburn takes over at their 25-yard line following the touchdown. Quarterback Payton Thorne leads the offense, and they begin with a balanced set.

7:40 – Auburn Drive:

1st & 10: Thorne hands off to running back Jarquez Hunter, who finds a hole up the middle and picks up 6 yards.
2nd & 4: Thorne throws a quick slant to wide receiver Coy Moore, who makes a tough catch and spins out of a tackle for a 12-yard gain and a first down at the Auburn 43-yard line.
1st & 10: Hunter runs again, picking up 3 yards on the left side.
2nd & 7: Thorne drops back to pass and connects with tight end Luke Deal for 9 yards, setting up a first down at the LSU 45-yard line.

5:50 – Auburn Continues:

1st & 10: Thorne looks deep, but LSU’s secondary holds strong. He scrambles and runs for 4 yards.
2nd & 6: Thorne hands off to Hunter, who bursts through a gap for a 14-yard gain to the LSU 27-yard line.
1st & 10: Thorne goes back to the air, targeting his favorite receiver, Shedrick Jackson, who makes a contested catch at the 10-yard line for a gain of 17 yards.

Auburn has moved the ball well and is knocking on the door.

3:40 – Auburn Finish:

1st & Goal: Hunter runs hard up the middle for a 5-yard gain.
2nd & Goal: Thorne looks for a quick pass to the sideline, and Jackson makes the catch at the 2-yard line.
3rd & Goal: Thorne fakes a handoff and rolls right. He spots Jackson in the corner of the end zone and delivers a perfectly placed ball for a 2-yard touchdown!

2:50 – PAT:
Auburn’s kicker, Alex McPherson, nails the extra point.

Auburn 7, LSU 7

2nd Quarter:

15:00 – LSU Offensive Drive:

LSU takes the ball back at their own 30-yard line. They’re looking to respond after Auburn’s touchdown.

1st & 10: Daniels hands off to Emery Jr., who fights for 6 yards.
2nd & 4: Daniels throws a short pass to Thomas Jr., who makes a man miss and picks up 9 yards for a first down.
1st & 10: LSU runs a play-action, and Daniels hits Mason Taylor across the middle for 12 yards.

The LSU offense is getting into a rhythm.

13:30 – LSU Continues:

1st & 10: Daniels launches a deep shot down the sideline to Boutte, but it’s broken up by Auburn cornerback Jaylin Simpson.
2nd & 10: Daniels scrambles again, gaining 5 yards before stepping out of bounds.
3rd & 5: Daniels throws a quick out to Thomas Jr., who makes a great catch and tiptoes along the sideline for 8 yards and a first down at the Auburn 45-yard line.

10:45 – LSU Offensive Finish:

1st & 10: Daniels looks to pass again but is sacked by Auburn linebacker Wesley Steiner for a loss of 7 yards.
2nd & 17: Daniels throws a screen to Emery Jr., who picks up 8 yards, setting up a critical 3rd & 9.
3rd & 9: Daniels steps up in the pocket, avoids the rush, and finds Boutte across the middle for a 13-yard gain to the Auburn 31-yard line.

The LSU offense is moving again, showing poise.

8:00 – LSU Touchdown:

1st & 10: Daniels hands off to Emery Jr., who powers through the line for a 6-yard gain.
2nd & 4: Daniels runs a read option, keeping the ball himself and scampering into the end zone for a 10-yard touchdown run!

7:30 – PAT:
Ramos’s extra point is good.

LSU 14, Auburn 7

Auburn Responds:

Auburn takes possession at their own 28-yard line, down by 7.

7:15 – Auburn Drive:
- Thorne hands off to Hunter for a 5-yard gain on first down.
- On 2nd & 5, Thorne looks deep for Jackson, but the pass is broken up.
- On 3rd & 5, Thorne scrambles and picks up 6 yards, moving the chains.
- The drive stalls at midfield, forcing Auburn to punt.

5:00 – LSU Offensive Possession:

LSU starts at their own 32-yard line, leading by 7.

4:40 – LSU Possession Continues:

LSU moves the ball efficiently, mixing in passes from Daniels to Thomas and Boutte.
A few key completions set LSU up in field goal range at the Auburn 35-yard line.

2:00 – LSU Field Goal Attempt:

Ramos nails a 42-yard field goal attempt.

LSU 17, Auburn 7

Halftime:

At the half, LSU leads Auburn 17-7. The game has been back-and-forth, with LSU’s offense looking strong behind Jaden Daniels, while Auburn has shown flashes of explosiveness through Payton Thorne and Jarquez Hunter.

2nd Half & Game Conclusion:

The second half would see both teams exchange touchdowns, with LSU eventually pulling away after a late turnover by Auburn. In the final minutes, LSU’s defense holds strong, and they win the game 31-17.

Final Score:
LSU 31, Auburn 17

Game Statistics:

Total Yards:
- LSU: 438 yards
- Auburn: 358 yards
Passing:
- Jaden Daniels (LSU): 21/30, 260 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT
- Payton Thorne (Auburn): 18/28, 240 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
Rushing:
- John Emery Jr. (LSU): 18 carries, 85 yards, 1 TD
- Jarquez Hunter (Auburn): 16 carries, 92 yards, 1 TD
Receiving:
- Kayshon Boutte (LSU): 7 catches, 105 yards, 1 TD
- Shedrick Jackson (Auburn): 6 catches, 79 yards, 1 TD