Auburn Football 1983 SEC Champions Long SleeveIn 1983, the Auburn Tigers finished the season No. 3 in the nation, with some outlets declaring them National Champions. That season, the Tigers played the hardest schedule in the sport, and finished their year with five wins against ranked teams. Though the Tigers don't claim that national title, they absolutely claim, and take pride in, their SEC championship that year. Products are mocked up on a size S. Graphics may appear smaller on larger sizes.