Football

Nix and offense 'excited' for Akron

By Henry Patton | Sports Writer | September 2

“We’re excited," Nix said. "We’ve got a lot of reps, thrown a lot of footballs to each other, so we’re excited to get out there and play a different team.”

Nick Brahms and offensive line continue to grow

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Reporter | September 1

"We want to establish the run: a downhill, physical run game,” Brahms said. “That opens up everything on offense. If we do that well, we will have fun on Saturday and every Saturday to come."

Page 8 | Auburn football prepares to start season off strong

By Kristen Carr | Sports Writer | September 1

On this week's episode of Page 8, host Kristen Carr looks forward to Auburn football's game this Saturday against Akron, discusses Auburn soccer's record this season and its midfielder Anna Haddock being named an SEC Offensive Player of the Week.

Anders Carlson preaches that consistency is key

By Callie Stanford | Sports Writer | August 31

Anders Carlson holds the same focus as his team, to be consistent at all times.

Auburn's offensive line finds consistency ahead of its home opener

By Mattison Allen | Assistant Sports Editor | August 30

“The ultimate test and assessment is going to come on game day when we go out there and get a chance to do this live and against an opponent,” said head coach Bryan Harsin.

Auburn High slips away from arch rival Opelika

By Michael Floyd | Community Writer | August 28

Auburn High School defeated rival Opelika 16-14 in a close game Friday night.

Harsin sheds light on potential starters

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Reporter | August 26

“If we played a game right now, Bo [Nix] would be starting,” Harsin said.

Harsin 'optimistic' about teams' vaccination status

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Reporter | August 26

For the first time since testing positive for COVID-19 last week, Auburn head football coach Bryan Harsin spoke to the media on Wednesday.

Page 8 | Auburn Soccer’s Statement and Football Preview

By Kristen Carr | Sports Writer | August 25

Host Kristen Carr talks Auburn Soccer with Jake Gonzalez and what's to come for football this season with Caleb Jones.

Nine Auburn players named to Preseason Coaches Team

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Reporter | August 24

Auburn football had nine of its players listed on the Preseason Coaches All-SEC Football Team, which was released by the conference on Tuesday.

Derek Mason announces his return to the field after recovering from COVID-19

By Mattison Allen | Assistant Sports Editor | August 24

Defensive coordinator Derek Mason announces he had COVID-19 but has recovered.

Bryan Harsin positive for COVID-19

By Caleb Jones | Sports Editor | August 20

Auburn head football coach Bryan Harsin has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus, the first-year head coach announced in a statement made Friday.

Zion Puckett has a 'wherever they need me, I’ll do it' mentality

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Reporter | August 20

“I am trying to learn all positions,” Zion Puckett said. “You never know during the season."

Trussville-native Omari Kelly commits to Auburn

By Caleb Jones | Sports Editor | August 19

Bryan Harsin picked up his second commitment of the afternoon, after 4-star wide receiver Omari Kelly picked Auburn on Thursday.

Tight end Luke Deal 'comfortable and confident' heading into 2021 season

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Reporter | August 19

"It’s real interesting to see all of the different personnel that we can come out and be able to try to dominate the defense with," said sophomore tight end Luke Deal. "I think we’ve got so much unique talent across the board, unique skill set. I’m really enjoying what this room is doing.”