McPherson’s Last-Second Field Goal Gives Auburn 27-24 Upset Over Georgia

Peoria Bloomington, IL, October 17, 2026 —

A 34-yard field goal by Alex McPherson as time expired lifted Auburn to a 27-24 upset victory over No. 1 Georgia in Athens, Georgia.

McPherson’s kick decided the game at the final moment, giving Auburn a three-point win over the top-ranked Bulldogs. The account of the result identifies the score, the distance of the kick and the timing, but does not provide details about the scoring sequence or how the teams reached a 24-24 tie before the final play.

The summary does not state when the game took place, identify the stadium, or provide further information about the teams’ performances. It also does not include comments from players or coaches. No additional details about the game were provided.

The result, as described, turned on McPherson’s successful kick: Auburn finished with 27 points and Georgia with 24. The account characterizes Auburn’s win as an upset and identifies Georgia as the No. 1 team, but gives no further ranking or season context.

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

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