Football

Former Auburn running back Tommy Lorino dies

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | May 23

Former Auburn running back Tommy Lorino passed away Monday, the university announced in a press release. The former Tiger averaged a 8.44 yards a carry in 1956, was a member of the 1957 national championship team and the undefeated 1958 Tigers. "After that Tennessee game, Coach Jordan never lost confidence in him, his teammates never lost confidence in him, he never lost confidence in himself," said former Auburn athletics director David Housel.

Malzahn and Saban to participate in Lutzie 43 Invitational

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | May 20

Auburn head football coach Gus Malzahn and Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will play in the Lutzie 43 Foundation's first annual Lutzie 43 Invitational on May 24 in Sylacauga.

Auburn, Clemson kick-off set at prime time

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | May 17

Auburn football will open the 2016 season under the lights at 8 p.m. CST against Clemson. The Sept.

Four Auburn players arrested Saturday on drug charges

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | May 2

The four were arrested for second degree possession of marijuana, a Class A misdemeanor in the state of Alabama.

Three former Auburn players drafted in 2016 NFL Draft

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 30

Shon Coleman, Ricardo Louis and Blake Countess were the only former Tigers taken, but several more will look to sign UDFA contracts.

Auburn cornerback Blake Countess drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles

By Bailey Rogers | Sports Writer | April 30

With the 196th overall pick, the Philadelphia Eagles have selected 5th year senior Blake Countess.

Ricardo Louis taken 114th overall by the Cleveland Browns, joins Shon Coleman

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 30

Louis will join teammate Shon Coleman in Cleveland.

Auburn tackle Shon Coleman taken 76th overall by the Cleveland Browns

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 29

The Browns made Coleman the first Auburn player to be taken in the 2016 NFL Draft.

Bringing in a helping Hand: Old friends Hand, Malzahn reunite in Auburn

By Nathan Deal | Sports Writer | April 25

Malzahn is reserved and collected while Hand is humorous and charismatic, making for quite the unlikely pair. But the two coaches have a history together, which Auburn hopes will result in a match made in heaven.

Auburn's Tre Mason at BCS Media Day at the Newport Beach Marriot Hotel, Newport Beach, Calif., Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014. (Zach Bland / PHOTOGRAPHER)

Arrest warrant for Tre Mason withdrawn

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 18

The warrant, which was issued last week, has been withdrawn after it was revealed Mason missed his court date because the summons were mailed to the incorrect address.

Auburn offensive lineman announces decision to leave program

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 14

Jordan Diamond, a reserve offensive lineman who had seen action in seven games in his career, announce his decision to leave the football program via a post on social media.

Auburn running back Tre Mason (21) runs the ball 37 yards for a touchdown to put Auburn ahead of Florida State 31-27 with 1:19 left in the game, Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 6, 2014. (Zach Bland / Assistant Photo Editor)

Arrest warrant issued for former Auburn running back following missed court date

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 13

Mason was due to appear in court Monday to be arraigned for the incident that occurred on March 5, but Mason didn't show.

Report: former Texas Tech quarterback to visit Auburn

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 10

Davis Webb, who lost the starting spot for the Red Raiders to Patrick Mahomes, gave his verbal commitment to Colorado in January but is still visiting other schools.

Defense dominates A-Day

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 9

The defense excelled on A-Day, led by Carl Lawson and Montravius Adams.

Quarterback competition still heated as A-Day provides no clear winner

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 9

John Franklin III, Jeremy Johnson and Sean White haven't separated themselves after A-Day, although coach Gus Malzahn emphasized putting little stock in their performances.

Wesley McGriff brings SEC and NFL experience to Auburn's secondary

By Nathan Deal | Sports Writer | April 8

Auburn defensive backs coach Wesley McGriff might be one of the newest coaches on the Plains this spring, but he's as experienced in the SEC and on the recruiting trail as almost anyone on the staff.

Newcomers find home on Auburn roster

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | April 8

A new Auburn team has found "a life of its own" this year, according to new defensive coordinator Kevin Steele.

Defense expecting big turnaround

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | April 8

After a year where the defense surrendered 26 points and more than 405 yards per game, it would be easy for the Tigers to get down on themselves. But they're doing exactly the opposite.

Robinson, Thomas look to seize opportunity at RB

By Andrew Monson | Sports Writer | April 8

“Jovon looks amazing right now. I know there are some things that we've all still got to work, but he looks real good," Pettway said. "I think the big game at the Birmingham Bowl gave him a lot of confidence and momentum going into the next spring and next season.”

Four quarterbacks locked in competition heading into A-Day

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | April 8

The end of the Nick Marshall era left Auburn winded and searching for a replacement. The promise of the absolute athleticism that is Jeremy Johnson crumbled under pressure and Sean White was unable to remain healthy throughout 2015.