Sep 26, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers running back Jeremiah Cobb (23) runs for a first down as Vanderbilt Commodores cornerback Martel Hight (4) goes for the tackle during the fourth quarter Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images

There were things to like about Vanderbilt’s defense, but third downs were a bit of an issue still Saturday.