Auburn is trying to catch up to Alabama in the race for claimed national championships. The Tigers announced Tuesday it will recognize themselves as nine-time football champions. The school had previously touted itself as a five-time national champion.

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Auburn - and Alabama - fans flocked to social media to voice their opinions on the Tigers’ adding 1910, 1913, 1914, 1958, 1983, 1993 and 2004 titles to the the already recognized championship in 1957 and 2010. Danny Kanell, a former Florida State quarterback and frequent ACC apologist, took posted on social media his reaction to the news.

Cam Newton, who wore No. 2 during Auburn football's 2010 national championship season, will have his number retired.