Mary Kate Hughes

Mary Kate Hughes

Mary Kate is the site expert at Fly War Eagle and has been writing about the Tigers since January 2021. An Auburn native, she grew up watching Auburn sports and can count on one hand the number of home football games she has missed since 2010. MK graduated from Auburn in 2020 with a degree in Media Studies. When she's not writing, she's probably drinking coffee, reading, binge-watching TV, or tweeting.

Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne (1) throws the ball as Auburn Tigers take on Vanderbilt Commodores at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.

Auburn Tigers News: Payton Thorne talks defense, Hugh Freeze reacts to another loss

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Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne (1) runs the ball as Auburn Tigers take on Vanderbilt Commodores at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Auburn Tigers and Vanderbilt Commodores are tied 7-7 at halftime.

Quotes of Note: Auburn football players react to disappointing loss to Vanderbilt

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New Mexico State Aggies quarterback Diego Pavia (10) throws the ball during the first quarter as Auburn Tigers take on New Mexico State Aggies at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.

Quotes of Note: Auburn football players on facing Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia

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Oct 26, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Auburn Tigers wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith (5) runs the ball during the third quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Hugh Freeze sends strong message on Auburn football WR room's improvement

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Auburn Tigers quarterback Walker White (9) throws the ball during warm ups before Auburn Tigers take on Arkansas Razorbacks at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

Auburn football HC Hugh Freeze sees bright future ahead for freshman QB Walker White

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Sep 7, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA;  California Golden Bears wide receiver Nyziah Hunter (13) catches a pass for a touchdown as Auburn Tigers cornerback Antonio Kite (8) defends during the first quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images

Auburn Tigers News: Antonio Kite dismissed from team, AU-Vandy availability reports

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New Mexico State Aggies quarterback Diego Pavia (10) throws the ball during the first quarter as Auburn Tigers take on New Mexico State Aggies at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.

Auburn Tigers News: AU hires Jared Benko, Eugene Asante on Diego Pavia rematch

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Oct 26, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Auburn Tigers head coach Hugh Freeze fives Auburn Tigers wide receiver Malcolm Simmons (11) during the second quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Auburn Tigers News: Hugh Freeze wants this special teams change, talks Diego Pavia

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Oct 26, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Auburn Tigers head coach Hugh Freeze talks with Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops after the game at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Quotes of Note: Auburn football HC Hugh Freeze on beating Kentucky, facing Vanderbilt

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Sep 14, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Keldric Faulk (15) dives to tackle New Mexico Lobos running back Eli Sanders (6) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images

Auburn Tigers News: Keldric Faulk calls defense relentless, Vandberbilt matchup info

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Oct 26, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Auburn Tigers running back Jarquez Hunter (27) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Auburn Tigers News: Alex McPherson reacts to return, Jarquez Hunter on his run game

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Auburn men’s basketball during the Tipoff at Toomer’s at Toomer’s Corner at Auburn University in Auburn, Ala., on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.

Auburn Tigers News: Basketball exhibition information, Sam Turner details flip to AU

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Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Keldric Faulk (15) celebrates a stop as Auburn Tigers take on California Golden Bears at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Auburn Tigers News: Keldric Faulk talks growth, AU availability report vs. Kentucky

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Auburn Tigers head coach Hugh Freeze complains about a call as Auburn Tigers take on Arkansas Razorbacks at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. Arkansas Razorbacks defeated Auburn Tigers 24-14.

Auburn football head coach Hugh Freeze is ready to return to his coaching style

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Lipscomb's Deuce Knight (2) looks upfield against IMG at Lipscomb's Reese Smith Football Field in Nashville, Tenn., Friday night, Aug. 18, 2023. IMG went on to win the game 35-10.

Auburn Tigers News: Deuce Knight upgraded to 5-star, Malik Blocton on looking forward

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Oct 19, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne (1) throws a pass during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

CBS Sports tabs Auburn football as one of 10 most disappointing teams this season

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