With sponsorship from Chick-fil-A, it was the 44th edition of the game known throughout most of its history as the Peach Bowl.
Auburn's running back Michael Dyer was suspended for this game, which was also Auburn offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn's last game as he would be taking a job as the head coach at Arkansas State.
[3] The game started when Virginia scored two straight touchdowns from quarterback Michael Rocco, throwing both of them to wide receiver Kris Burd[4].
The final score was 43–24 as Auburn won three straight bowl games.
Auburn line backer Jake Holland had an interception, and cornerback Chris Davis had some blocks and tackles, including one on a fourth-down trick play.