Auburn QB Byrum Brown struggled in the A-Day spring game, completing 50% of his passes for 85 yards with two interceptions. He emphasized the importance of focusing on the next play despite the disappointing performance.
Key points
Byrum Brown completed 50% of passes
He threw two interceptions
Brown emphasized focusing on the next play
He logged 85 passing yards
Looking forward to the first game
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Auburn football QB Byrum Brown's biggest A-Day lesson? 'Play the next play'
AUBURN — That was hardly the debut fans of Auburn football would've hoped for from the program's touted transfer quarterback.
Byrum Brown didn't quite dazzle in Auburn's A-Day spring game, logging 85 passing yards while completing 50% of his attempts and throwing two interceptions without a touchdown recorded. But the fifth-year senior and formerly South Florida standout wasn't filled with concern following the conclusion of Auburn's spring.
"Lessons?" Brown said when asked about his performance. "Really just play the next play. That's it. That's all you can do. Don't worry about the last one. Focus on the next one," adding that it's, "hard to get in a rhythm when you're not fully live. That's a part of it, but I'll be fine. Looking forward to the first game, to be honest."
Brown struck a similar tone to his head coach, Alex Golesh, who said afterward the only winner from the day's action was the roster's bill of health, which walked away from a 66-43 result in the offense's favor unscathed.
As for the entire spring period, both Golesh and Brown were relatively optimistic about where the Tigers go from here.
"We grew a lot from Practice One to Practice 15," Brown said. "Tremendously different offense, defense, special teams. Everyone's bought in and continuing to buy in, so I think it's going to be a really good 2026 season."
Q&A
What were Byrum Brown's stats in the A-Day spring game?
Byrum Brown completed 50% of his passes for 85 yards, threw two interceptions, and did not record a touchdown.
What lesson did Byrum Brown learn from the A-Day game?
Byrum Brown's biggest lesson was to 'play the next play' and not dwell on past mistakes.
How did Byrum Brown feel about his performance at Auburn's A-Day?
Despite the struggles, Byrum Brown expressed confidence and looked forward to the first game, stating he would be fine.
What position does Byrum Brown play for Auburn football?
Byrum Brown plays as a quarterback for Auburn football.
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Auburn Tigers players walk the field before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Auburn Tigers players walk the field before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Auburn Tigers players walk the field before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) warms up before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) warms up before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Auburn Tigers quarterback Tristan Ti'a (10) warms up before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Auburn Tigers defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin and head coach Alex Golesh talk during warm ups before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Auburn Tigers offensive coordinator Joel Gordon runs drills with Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) during warm ups before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers players walk the field before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers Football A-Day scrimmage photo gallery
Auburn Tigers players walk the field before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers Football A-Day scrimmage photo gallery
Auburn Tigers players walk the field before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers Football A-Day scrimmage photo gallery
Auburn Tigers players walk the field before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers Football A-Day scrimmage photo gallery
Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) warms up before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers Football A-Day scrimmage photo gallery
Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) warms up before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers Football A-Day scrimmage photo gallery
Auburn Tigers quarterback Tristan Ti'a (10) warms up before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers Football A-Day scrimmage photo gallery
Auburn Tigers defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin and head coach Alex Golesh talk during warm ups before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Auburn Tigers Football A-Day scrimmage photo gallery
Auburn Tigers offensive coordinator Joel Gordon runs drills with Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) during warm ups before Auburn Tigers A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.