Alabama vs. Auburn: Why the Iron Bowl Is the Best Rivalry in College Football
From living room banter to statewide bragging rights, the Alabama vs. Auburn Iron Bowl rivalry tops them all. See why “House Divided” homes make it unforgettable.

The Madison Memo
August 16, 2025
In Alabama, football isn’t just a game—it’s a way of life, and few rivalries stoke more passion than the battle between the Crimson Tide and the Auburn Tigers.
Every fall, households split by loyalty turn Saturdays into mini Iron Bowls, where team colors decorate living rooms and playful banter fills the air.
The Iron Bowl, hosted this year at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, stands out as one of college football’s fiercest matchups, carrying over a century of history since 1893.
For locals like Kelly Andrews of Madison—an Auburn alum married to a lifelong Alabama fan—game days come with traditions, rivalry rules, and the occasional friendly jab.
The intensity seeps into every corner of life, from workplaces to the family dinner table, uniting and dividing friends and loved ones.
When the Iron Bowl kicks off, all of Alabama feels the tension—and the pride—that keeps this rivalry alive year after year.