McPherson’s Last-Second Field Goal Gives Auburn 27-24 Win Over No. 1 Georgia
Alex McPherson kicked a 34-yard field goal as time expired, leading Auburn to a 27-24 upset victory over No. 1 Georgia in Athens, Georgia.
Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, October 17, 2026 —
Alex McPherson’s 34-yard field goal as time expired gave Auburn a 27-24 victory over No. 1 Georgia in Athens, Georgia. The result was an upset of the top-ranked team, according to the available game summary.
McPherson’s kick provided the difference in a game that ended with Auburn ahead by three points. The summary does not provide details about the drive leading to the field goal, the sequence of scoring, or how the teams reached the 24-24 score before the kick.
The information provided also does not specify when the game was played, identify the stadium, or give details about either team’s season record or broader standings. No additional player statistics, coaching comments or explanations of the game’s significance were included.
The final score and decisive kick are the only reported game details: Auburn defeated No. 1 Georgia 27-24, with McPherson making the winning field goal from 34 yards as time expired. Further account of the matchup cannot be established from the information available.
Story summarized from the original created by CHARLES ODUM, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.
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