Fans reacted as the Iron Bowl delivered another classic Saturday night, with the No. 13 Alabama Crimson Tide (9-3, 5-3, SEC) posting a 28-14 win over the Auburn Tigers (5-7, 2-6, SEC). Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer called the victory a "fun night for our guys."
The win is Crimson Tide's fifth straight in the rivalry. Following the loss, Auburn is out of bowl contention for the season. DeBoer also didn’t hesitate to make a case for Alabama's College Football Playoff inclusion:
“We beat four top-25 teams throughout the year. I think we’ve continued to excel in what this game’s all about,” said DeBoer.
Meanwhile, fans on X couldn’t help but roast Auburn with a flurry of hilarious memes. The internet had plenty to say about the Tigers’ continued Iron Bowl struggles. Let’s have a look at the top 10 memes:
DeBoer’s men have kept their playoff aspirations alive with their Iron Bowl win. Alabama and their fans will hope that it's enough to sway the committee's decision.
What did Kalen DeBoer say after Alabama's Iron Bowl win?
Alabama HC was ecstatic after the Crimson Tide’s 28-14 Iron Bowl win over Hugh Freeze’s Auburn. He praised the team’s resiliency and focus throughout the season.
“We’re undefeated at home. That’s a big part to do with our fan base. There’s definitely a home-field advantage when we’re here,” DeBoer said, thanking the passionate fan base at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Jalen Milroe was the star man for DeBoer, scoring three rushing touchdowns despite Alabama’s four turnovers. DeBoer was impressed with Milroe's composure:
“We talk about resiliency on our team. That’s a good word to use for him.”
The former Washington Huskies coach also highlighted Alabama’s late-season surge, winning five of its last six games. He expressed satisfaction in the team’s physical style, stating:
“We continued to excel in that area.”
When asked about tying the school record for most wins by a first-year coach, DeBoer credited the players, saying:
“Any wins I get are always about the team.”
DeBoer called it an emotional game that “lived up to the hype.” Alabama now eye a College Football Playoff spot after their statement win.
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