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Auburn football with nine positive cases of COVID-19; 16 players unable to practice this week

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | August 30

After going two weeks without a positive case, Gus Malzahn announced Sunday that the team had nine positive cases, which forced them to shut down two practices this week. The Tigers will return to practice Tuesday, with 16 total players unable to practice this week because of contact tracing.  

Report: Auburn football's Saturday scrimmage canceled along with other practices this week

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | August 29

A team spokesperson told The Plainsman on Saturday that Auburn's second scrimmage of the fall scheduled for Saturday had been canceled. The reason for the scrimmage cancellation is unknown.

How Chad Morris is changing Auburn's offense

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | August 28

“We talk about it almost every day in the linebacker room. I can’t really say too much about it, but y’all are going to see it this season. It’s going to look like a whole new Auburn offense, man. All the stuff they’ve brought in, it’s ridiculous.”

Owen Pappoe looks to step up in sophomore season

By Harrison Tarr | Sports Reporter | August 28

“Now that I’m familiar with the coaches and the system, I just feel more free when I’m out there,” Pappoe said. “I play way faster and make a lot more plays.”

How Tre’ Williams’ journey helped him transition from player to coach

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | August 27

After playing at Auburn, Tre' Williams spent time in the NFL and XFL. Now, he's an assistant coach at Thompson High School, where he can continue to help others on and off the field. 

Big Kat Bryant ready to step up in senior season

By Ryan Metcalf | Sports Writer | August 27

The departures of Derrick Brown and Marlon Davidson to the NFL leave gaps that Auburn will have to replace on the defensive line and will force new players to step into leadership roles. Big Kat Bryant, a senior from Cordele, Georgia, is stepping into a leadership role as one of Auburn’s returning starters from last season’s defensive line. 

Shaun Shivers taking on leadership role in Auburn's crowded backfield

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | August 26

"At the end of the day, whoever gets the most carries or whatever, all us are going to go out there and do what we do, because that's why we came to Auburn — to make plays, do what we're being taught and add more explosiveness to the offense."

Auburn ranked No. 11 in preseason AP Top 25 poll

By Jonathan Hart | Sports Writer | August 24

In the preseason AP Top 25, Auburn is ranked No. 11. The preseason AP Poll includes teams that will not be playing in the fall, but once the season begins, those teams will be dropped from the rankings.

Division 1 Board of Directors approve extra year of eligibility for all fall sport athletes

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | August 21

The NCAA’s Division I Board of Directors voted Friday to approve an additional year of eligibility for all fall sport student-athletes. The board also met to work out a plan to move all fall championships to the spring. 

How former players are helping Auburn get ready for the 2020 season

By Ryan Metcalf | Sports Writer | August 21

“It goes back to the Auburn Family and the Auburn mentality,” Nix said on Tuesday. “They did come through here and… Auburn’s a different place, and we have different people and different players, and I think getting to hear what they’ve done in 2010 and 2013… I think it’s really important for them to share with us.”

Smoke Monday ready to step up as leader of Auburn's young defense

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | August 20

“We were put in the fire real fast,” Monday told reporters Thursday. “So I feel like it developed us to be the leaders we are today, and we can lead the defense in a really good way this year.”

Auburn announces reduced fan capacity at Jordan-Hare; tailgating not allowed on campus

By Caleb Jones | Sports Writer | August 19

We look forward to having Auburn students in attendance at our season opener and appreciate everyone’s flexibility and understanding as we adjust to this temporary reality of reduced capacity at Jordan-Hare Stadium,” Athletic Director Allen Greene said. “All attendees will share a responsibility for health and safety. A zealous commitment to face coverings, physical distancing and personal hygiene will lead to the best outcome.”

Auburn athletes stress seriousness of COVID-19; encourage fellow students to take it seriously

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | August 18

With students returning to campus, Auburn football players have begun to speak out reminding everyone to stay responsible and take the virus seriously. "It's really simple, just put your mask on," senior linebacker K.J. Britt said Tuesday.

Auburn football ready to adjust, staying flexible as fall camp opens

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | August 18

Fall camp started Monday, and with the season scheduled to begin Sept. 26, adjusting will be a crucial factor this season. Whether that comes from preparing for an opponent, having someone test positive before the game or a multitude of other reasons, Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn is making sure his team is ready for anything.

SEC releases fan health and safety guidelines in preparation for a fall sports season

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | August 18

On Tuesday, the SEC announced a list of fan health and safety guidelines for each of its 14 schools to follow this fall. Each school will determine attendance, and face coverings will need to be worn when entering, exiting and moving around the stadium. 

Auburn receives commitment from JUCO cornerback Kamal Hadden

By Jake Gonzalez | Sports Writer | August 17

On Monday, Auburn added another player to its class of 2021, with a commitment from the fifth-ranked JUCO cornerback, Kamal Hadden.

Gus Malzahn provides COVID-19 updates for Auburn football

By Ryan Metcalf | Sports Writer | August 17

“The thing about our team is it has done a lot of sacrificing during the summer,” Malzahn said. “Our team came together and has been accountable to each other... Our players have done a super job.”

SEC releases Auburn's 2020 week 1 opponent; full schedule later this Monday

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | August 17

Auburn is set to face Kentucky as its new Week 1 opponent on September 26. The rest of the schedule will be released at 6 p.m. CST this Monday. The full schedule will be added to this story when it is available.