Football

Quarterback X-Factor: Bo Nix

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | July 6

As players have returned to campus and begun voluntary workouts before practice starts up again in July, it's time to find an X-Factor at every position group. Going into his sophomore season, Bo Nix is the quarterback X-Factor.

Cam Newton, former Auburn quarterback, during Auburn Football vs. Clemson on Sept. 3, 2016.

COLUMN: Making a case for Cam Newton as the Patriots starter

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | July 2

The Patriots find themselves in an interesting position with the decision between new signee Newton and second-year quarterback Jarrett Stidham, but Newton is the obvious pick between the two.

COLUMN: Making a case for Jarrett Stidham as the Patriots starter

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | July 2

By default, most may lean toward Newton leading the Pats and rightfully so. The former Heisman Trophy winner and MVP of the league certainly warrants that conversation. But if you are Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick, the only right answer is Stidham.

From Jordan-Hare and beyond: Reese Dismukes

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | July 1

“I was committed to Alabama under the table for like two weeks, my mom cried every night, so that played a big reason,” Dismukes said. “But at the end of the day it came down to playing time, I could go into Auburn, and I could play right away or at least have that chance.”

Cam Newton signs one-year deal with the New England Patriots

By Ryan Metcalf | Sports Writer | June 28

Cam Newton, released by the Carolina Panthers on Tues, March 25th, has signed a one-year deal with the New England Patriots.

Auburn Football head coach Gus Malzahn during an open practice on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017 in Auburn, Ala.

Auburn receives commitment from 3-star tight end Landen King

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | June 15

The 2021 recruiting train keeps rolling for Auburn with 3-star tight end Landen King committing on Monday.

The indoor practice facililty is scheduled to be finished July 29. The football players would be allowed to be in the facility on the July 30, but won't report to practice until a few days later. (Nicole Singleton / Sports Editor)

Report: Three Auburn football players test positive for COVID-19

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | June 7

All three players are said to be asymptomatic and will be put into a quarantine dorm by themselves for two weeks.

Notable alumni, sports figures offer tributes, condolences for Pat Dye

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor and Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | June 2

Legendary Auburn coach Pat Dye passed away Monday. Tributes and condolences poured in from sports figures and notable alumni following the news of Dye's passing.

From Minor League Baseball to Jordan-Hare: The Cord Sandberg story

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | June 2

While it hasn't been easy, Cord Sandberg has worked his way back to football after playing minor league baseball for six seasons. The 25-year old backup quarterback now finds himself in two roles at Auburn, teammate and mentor.

Auburn's 1957 title team 'special' for Jimmy Reece

By Logan Glover | Sports Writer | May 31

Walking past Jordan-Hare Stadium and looking upon the banners that hang, fans can see the two national championships Auburn claims, shining proudly. The one most people remember best is the 2010 season, when Auburn beat Oregon 22-19 in the BCS National Championship. That season is full of familiar ...

Auburn lands commitment from 4-star OG Jaeden Roberts

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | May 27

Auburn has received a commitment from 4-star offensive guard Jaeden Roberts. Roberts is the ninth commit and the fourth offensive lineman for the Tigers in the class of 2021.

Head Coach, Gus Malzahn and former Auburn quarterback, Cam Newton, watch as Auburn takes on Alabama on February 6, 2013. (Katherine McCahey / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Cam Newton's younger brother, Caylin Newton, transferring to Auburn

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | May 22

A familiar name will be back on Auburn’s campus. Cam Newton’s younger brother, Caylin, will be transferring to Auburn.

SEC approves return of voluntary athletic activities starting on June 8

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | May 22

On Friday, the SEC has voted and approved the return of voluntary athletic activities starting on June 8. The decision to return will be made at the discretion of each university; Auburn is going to allow athletes in football and men's and women's basketball to return on June 8.