Every Auburn football coach in the last 43 years who lasted at least two full seasons won his first or second game against Alabama.

That's evidenced by Auburn's success, or lack thereof at Bryant-Denny Stadium. It's been a nearly guaranteed loss for the past six trips. The last time the Tigers won there was in 2010 — with a guy named Cam Newton quarterbacking a 24-point comeback victory.

The Auburn Tigers want to be a team on the upswing, while Alabama is seeking a consolation prize for a lost season.