McPherson’s Final-Second Field Goal Lifts Auburn Over No. 1 Georgia

Elmira, 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 kick decided the game and secured an upset of the top-ranked Bulldogs.

The result was settled by a field goal from McPherson at the end of regulation, according to the information provided. Auburn finished with 27 points and Georgia with 24. No further details about the scoring sequence or the circumstances leading to the kick were provided.

The available account does not specify the date of the game, the quarter in which either team took the lead, or how the teams’ points were scored. It also does not include additional player statistics, coaching comments or a description of the final possession. Those details cannot be established from the information provided.

What is clear is the decisive moment: McPherson connected from 34 yards as time expired, ending the game with Auburn ahead by three points. The victory came against Georgia, which was identified as the No. 1 team, and took place in Athens.

The supplied information does not say what the result meant for either team beyond the game itself. It provides no details about rankings after the matchup, upcoming games or reactions from players and coaches. The final score and McPherson’s last-second kick are the reported facts available.

Story summarized from the original created by CHARLES ODUM, Associated Press on www.mytwintiers.com, see more information here.

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