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Inside The Play: On A Perfect Night, Shaun Alexander Finishes Off Auburn In 1999

DATELINE: Auburn, ALA. - Shaun Alexander with the dagger, and Alabama's first win in Auburn, in the 1999 Iron Bowl.

Better yet, this game staked traitorous Brother Bill Oliver in his undead heart. He was the Tigers' interim defensive coordinator, and had lobbied hard for this job. Needless to say, he was not retained by Auburn and was never heard from again.

And EVEN better, this game ended Auburn's chances for a bowl game.

And BEST, this game clinched the SEC West for the Tide, who would then go on to Atlanta and destroy the Florida Gators for it's umpeenth SEC Crown.