Live updates from Auburn football’s game vs. New Mexico, Hank Brown’s first start at QB

Hugh Freeze and the Auburn Tigers (1-1) are looking to bounce back this week as they host the New Mexico Lobos (0-2) for homecoming at Jordan-Hare Stadium.

The game comes on the heels of last week’s loss to Cal and a major shakeup in the Tigers’ starting lineup.

On Friday afternoon, it was reported that Freeze had decided to make a change at quarterback and would be giving redshirt freshman Hank Brown a shot as his first start.

Follow along for updates from Jordan-Hare Stadium:

Pregame

6:00 p.m. — Auburn officially announces Hank Brown as starting QB

Redshirt freshman Hank Brown was announced as Auburn’s starting quarterback — and Auburn’s student section quickly issued its approval:

5:45 p.m. — Official pregame notes from Auburn

Redshirt freshman Hank Brown will start under center for the Tigers, while junior Camden Brown will start at wide receiver in place of Cam Coleman.

5:40 p.m. — Injury notes from warmups

Auburn freshman wide receiver Cam Coleman (shoulder), sophomore kicker Alex McPherson (illness) and senior offensive lineman Izavion Miller (hip) will all miss today’s game vs. New Mexico