The Tigers offense committed five turnovers in last week's 21-14 loss to Cal. Payton Thorne's four interceptions led to backup Hank Brown getting the start against the Lobos. Redshirt Freshman, Brown first turned heads — completing seven of nine passes for 132 yards — in limited action against Maryland last season in the Music City Bowl.

Hank Brown passed for 235 yards and four touchdowns in his first career start and Jarquez Hunter rushed for 152 yards to lead Auburn to a 45-19 victory over New Mexico.

Auburn football puts away New Mexico as Hank Brown throws four touchdown passes in his debut as starting quarterback.