Auburn, AL
Nov 2, 2024
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In a hard-fought battle, Vanderbilt triumphed over Auburn 17-7, becoming bowl eligible for the first time since 2018. The Commodores launched their campaign with a 28-yard touchdown pass from Diego Pavia to AJ Newberry, grabbing an early lead. Auburn answered with a resilient drive culminating in a 30-yard touchdown, equalizing the score at 7-7 by halftime.
The second half crystallized Vanderbilt's defensive fortitude, effectively halting Auburn's attempts to regain momentum. A pivotal 31-yard field goal by Brock Taylor late in the third quarter regained the lead for the Commodores. With the pressure mounting, Pavia's 4-yard touchdown pass to Eli Stowers, following a controversial penalty against Keldric Faulk, sealed the deal. De'Rickey Wright's late fumble recovery put the final nail in the coffin, ensuring Vanderbilt's victory and celebration of a season-defining milestone.
Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt)
A skilful 28-yard touchdown pass to AJ Newberry put Vanderbilt on the scoreboard first, establishing a competitive edge from the onset.
Payton Thorne (Auburn)
Thorne delivered a 30-yard touchdown pass to Rivaldo Fairweather, equalizing the game at a crucial juncture and demonstrating Auburn's capacity to retaliate under duress.
Brock Taylor (Vanderbilt)
A critical 31-yard field goal following a leverage penalty sustained Vanderbilt's momentum and reinstated their lead in the third quarter.
De'Rickey Wright (Vanderbilt)
Wright's pivotal fumble recovery extinguished Auburn's final hope, securing a well-earned win for Vanderbilt in a tense fourth quarter.
Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt)
Pavia's decisive 4-yard pass to Eli Stowers widened Vanderbilt's lead, cementing the Commodores' triumph as the clock wound down.
Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt, QB)
Pavia's command in the pocket, despite ongoing defensive pressure, catalyzed Vanderbilt's offense with two touchdown throws, including a strategic strike to Eli Stowers.
De'Rickey Wright (Vanderbilt, DB)
Wright's clutch fumble recovery sealed Vanderbilt's victory late in the fourth quarter, epitomizing the Commodores' resilient defensive stand.
Payton Thorne (Auburn, QB)
Notwithstanding Auburn's overall offensive struggles, Thorne's performance was highlighted by a touchdown pass, though efforts to ignite further scoring fell short.
Brock Taylor (Vanderbilt, K)
Taylor's pivotal field goal after a fortuitous leverage penalty against Auburn provided Vanderbilt with the lead that characterized much of the second half.
Martel Hight (Vanderbilt, Returner)
Hight's dynamic 39-yard punt return set up a decisive score, positioning Vanderbilt in prime territory to regain the lead with Taylor's field goal.
Vanderbilt Commodores
7
0
3
7
17
Auburn Tigers
0
7
0
0
7
