In the latest Auburn Tigers News, Auburn football secures a commitment prediction from a 4-star edge rusher and provides insights into every transfer added this offseason.
Looking ahead to next month, Auburn football is anticipating the commitment of Jared Smith, a highly regarded recruit from Alabaster, Alabama, set to announce his decision on August 3. Smith, who has visited his top schools extensively except Auburn, recently participated in a 7v7 camp on the Plains and is familiar with the campus. Despite initial trends favoring South Carolina, Auburn has mounted a strong final push for Smith, with Chad Simmons of On3 Sports predicting he will choose to join the Tigers. Prior to his commitment date, Smith is scheduled to return to Auburn for Big Cat Weekend on July 27.
Additionally, Auburn’s football program, under head coach Hugh Freeze, has been active in the transfer portal this offseason to bolster its roster following 20 departures. A total of 16 transfers have been added across various positions to enhance team depth and talent. Here’s a comprehensive list of the new additions from the transfer portal:
– Philip Blidi, senior, defensive line (Indiana)
– Trill Carter, senior, defensive line (Texas)
– Ronan Chambers, senior, offensive line (Akron)
– Keyron Crawford, junior, buck linebacker (Arizona State)
– Fa’Najae Gotay, senior, inside linebacker (Maryland)
– Sam Jackson V, senior, wide receiver (Cal)
– Gage Keys, junior, defensive line (Kansas)
– Antonio Kite, sophomore, cornerback (Alabama)
– KeAndre Lambert-Smith, senior, wide receiver (Penn State)
– Percy Lewis, senior, offensive line (Mississippi State)
– Robert Lewis, senior, wide receiver (Georgia State)
– Dorian Mausi Jr., senior, inside linebacker (Duke)
– Isaiah Raikes, senior, defensive line (USC)
– Jahquez Robinson, junior, cornerback (Colorado)
– Jerrin Thompson, senior, safety (Texas)
– Rico Walker, sophomore, tight end (Maryland)
These additions are aimed at fortifying Auburn’s roster across key positions as they prepare for the upcoming season.