GALLERY: Photo's from Auburn's 14-10 win over California

The Tigers got an ugly win over the Golden Bears.

Author:
Lance Dawe
Publish date:
Sep 10, 2023 2:09 AM EDT

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The Auburn Tigers did not look great on the road against the Cal Golden Bears but they found a way to win. The Tigers won 14-10.

The first real test of the Hugh Freeze era did not go well on offense for the Auburn Tigers. The anticipated new-look offense was far from impressive and was more of the same song Auburn fans are used to hearing dating back to the end of the Gus Malzahn era several years ago.

Still, a win is a win.

Here are some photos from the game.

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Quientrail Jamison-Travis (97) and Auburn Tigers safety Donovan Kaufman (5) and teammates kneel before the start of that game against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne (1) prepares to pass the football during the first quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne (1) looks in for the play during the first quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Auburn Tigers running back Brian Battie (21) is upended by California Golden Bears defensive back Cam Sidney (20) during the first quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears running back Isaiah Ifanse (22) fumbles the football recovered by Auburn Tigers linebacker Jalen McLeod (35) during the second quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Auburn Tigers running back Damari Alston (22) runs with the football after the catch during the second quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne (1) prepares to pass the football during the second quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Auburn Tigers running back Damari Alston (22) catches a pass during the second quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Auburn Tigers wide receiver Jay Fair (5) rushes for the touchdown against California Golden Bears defensive back Lu-Magia Hearns III (15) during the second quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 9, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears wide receiver Monroe Young (14) is tackled by Auburn Tigers safety Donovan Kaufman (5) during the second quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports — Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Auburn's defense was put into a terrible situation from the very start of the game until the game-clinching interception by DJ James to seal the game in the fourth quarter.

Auburn's offense had four turnovers. The Cal offense took over in Auburn territory four times and was able to score just three points.

Incredible.