Auburn Fans Shed Tears After Shocking Loss To Alabama

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Auburn fans melted down Saturday night after losing to Alabama in truly shocking fashion.

The Crimson Tide pulled off one of the most stunning plays in recent college football memory when Jalen Milroe slung a touchdown pass on 4th and goal from the 31-yard line.

It looked like Auburn fans were going to spend the night celebrating with plenty of cold beers. Instead, Nick Saban pulled off another miracle win that had to be seen to be believed.

Instead of going home with a win, Auburn fans watched Alabama win the Iron Bowl 27-24. Welcome to college football, folks.

Auburn fans cry after losing to Alabama.

Everyone knows sports can be very emotional. It's the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. The emotional swings can take a toll on even the mentally toughest people out there.

Unfortunately for many Auburn fans, the cameras were rolling as the tears were flowing. Now, the reactions are seared into the memory of the internet forever.

I'm certainly not judging. Not at all. As I tweeted to OutKick's Bobby Burack Saturday night, I've been in this exact same spot. Watching a national title get ripped away from Wisconsin in the 2015 NCAA title game against Duke was nothing short of incredibly crushing.

It's been nearly nine years since that cold night in Madison, and it still breaks my soul.

However, there weren't cameras rolling on me as Duke stole a ring right off my finger. The same can't be said for the Auburn fans above.

Cameras weren't just rolling. It was being broadcast on national TV for the entire country to enjoy. Now, all these poor Auburn fans are cemented into history after Alabama pulled off a legendary game-winning play.

Alabama beat Auburn on a shocking TD pass from Jalen Milroe. Fans of the Tigers reacted by crying. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

My advice to Auburn fans? Turn your phones and computers off and go spend some time with your family. There's nothing to gain from being on the internet for the next week or so. As for everyone else, send me your reactions to David.Hookstead@outkick.com. I can't wait to read them all!

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David Hookstead is a reporter for OutKick covering a variety of topics with a focus on football and culture. He also hosts of the podcast American Joyride that is accessible on Outkick where he interviews American heroes and outlines their unique stories. Before joining OutKick, Hookstead worked for the Daily Caller for seven years covering similar topics. Hookstead is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin.