LSU vs. Auburn Football History: Series Record, Rivalry & Classic Games
Updated: Sep 16
LSU and Auburn have produced some of the strangest, loudest and most memorable games in SEC history.
Entering the next meeting after 2023, LSU leads the on-field series 33-24-1. The rivalry dates to 1901 and has repeatedly delivered games with championship stakes, bizarre circumstances and legendary finishes.
Quick answer
LSU leads Auburn 33-24-1 through the 2023 meeting. Explore the rivalry's history, including the Earthquake Game, Barn Burner and other unforgettable finishes.
The series at a glance
First meeting: 1901. Series leader: LSU, 33-24-1 through 2023. The teams did not meet in 2024 or 2025.
1988: The Earthquake Game
LSU beat No. 4 Auburn 7-6 when Tommy Hodson found Eddie Fuller for a late touchdown. The crowd reaction registered on seismic equipment near Tiger Stadium, creating one of the most famous nicknames in college football history.
1996: The Barn Burner
LSU beat Auburn 19-15 while Auburn's old Sports Arena burned beside Jordan-Hare Stadium. Flames and smoke provided one of the most surreal backdrops ever seen at an SEC game.
2006: Auburn 7, LSU 3
In one of the most physical games of the Les Miles era, Auburn won 7-3 in a defensive struggle that remains controversial among LSU fans because of several officiating decisions.
2007: LSU 30, Auburn 24
LSU's national championship season produced another classic. Matt Flynn hit Demetrius Byrd for a touchdown with almost no time remaining, one of the gutsiest finishes of the Les Miles era.
2023: LSU 48, Auburn 18
LSU's most recent meeting with Auburn ended in a 48-18 victory in Tiger Stadium.
Why this rivalry became different
LSU-Auburn never needed a trophy to create an identity. The Earthquake Game, Barn Burner, controversial defensive battles and last-second touchdowns gave the series a mythology of its own.
FAQ
Who leads the LSU-Auburn series? LSU leads 33-24-1 through 2023.
When did LSU and Auburn first play? 1901.
What is the Earthquake Game? LSU's 7-6 win in 1988, when the winning touchdown celebration registered on seismic equipment.
What is the Barn Burner? LSU's 19-15 win at Auburn in 1996, played while Auburn's old Sports Arena burned nearby.
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