Football

Tigers freshman Harold Joiner 'trying to run guys over' in fall camp

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 18

Gus Malzahn and his staff aren’t quite sure what to do with 6-foot-4, 214-pound true freshman Harold Joiner. Joiner has been heralded as a “unique specimen” since arriving on campus.

Malzahn expects 4-star signee Harold Joiner to contribute at multiple positions

By Nathan King | Assistant Sports Editor | August 18

The 6-foot-3, 218 pound running back has the build to compete immediately at the college level and also has the size to contribute at the tight end position.

Auburn strength and conditioning coach Ryan Russell being interviewed on August 16, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

Auburn strength coach Ryan Russell training Tigers on, off field

By Patrick Dunning | Staff Writer | August 18

On top of his emphasis in the weight room, Russell is also seen by his players as a life coach, teaching them lessons they can use outside the game of football.

Rehabbing receivers Will Hastings, Eli Stove 'don't have bad days'

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 17

"They don’t have bad days. They always come in bright-eyed and ready to go with a smile on their face, trying to rehab and trying to get back with their team."

Auburn offensive line coach J.B. Grimes being interviewed on August 16, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

Has Auburn already settled on its starting offensive line?

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 17

Like the nut of an oak tree, or one of its many relatives, Auburn’s probable starter at right tackle, Jack Driscoll, is an acorn.

Zion Puckett, courtesy of Blake Morgan of SEC Country/DieHards.

Auburn gains 15th commit of 2019 class with 4-star athlete Zion Puckett

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 17

Make it back-to-back days with a 2019 commit for Gus Malzahn.

Auburn running backs coach Tim Horton being interviewed on August 16, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

Tim Horton: Pair of Tigers 'separating themselves' in backfield race

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 17

“Hopefully, we’ve got two or three guys that can perform at a high level.”

Auburn freshman Shaun Shivers displaying signature speed, eye-opening physicality

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 16

With 16 days until No. 10 Auburn football hits the turf at Mercedes-Benz Stadium against No. 6 Washington, true freshman running back Shaun Shivers is doing it all for the Tigers.

Denzel Mims #15 of the Baylor Bears celebrates after scoring a touchdown with teammates Tony Nicholson #13 and Zach Smith #11 against the Oklahoma Sooners during the second half at McLane Stadium on September 23, 2017 in Waco, Texas.

Auburn football sets future home-and-home series with Baylor, UCLA

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 16

Auburn football is going cross-country. But not for a while.

Malzahn, Auburn making depth chart progress following run-oriented scrimmage

By Tyler Roush | Assistant Sports Editor | August 16

Newcomer Shaun Shivers and redshirt freshman JaTarvious Whitlow each had touchdowns while Devan Barrett continued his progression as a wide receiver.

Seth Williams (18) continues to stand out to his coaches and teammates this preseason. (Photo via @AuburnFootball on Instagram).

Fall camp notebook: Freshman WR Seth Williams is 'catching every ball thrown his way'

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 15

Through Auburn’s first two scrimmages of fall camp, it’s becoming apparent that Seth Williams is a difficult man to guard.

Auburn secondary leaning on Daniel Thomas for communication, leadership

By Patrick Dunning | Staff Writer | August 14

Amid fall camp, Auburn’s secondary is establishing leadership and trust in safety Daniel Thomas.

Infamous Wildcat formation in the playbook for Auburn at fall camp

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 14

In the meat of their 2018 preseason camp, the Tigers are attempting to inscribe that magic back into the playbook.

J.B. Grimes, Auburn beginning to cement starters along offensive line

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 14

For the head coach eager to cement his first-teamers "as early as possible," the Tigers’ final media-open practice may have showcased that group

Fall camp notebook: Tailback, linebacker limited; freshman RB in wildcat package

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 13

The return of Auburn football is just 19 days away.

Damarjhe Lewis commits to Auburn as 2020 class keeps getting stronger

By Zach Tantillo | Sports Reporter | August 13

Auburn’s 2020 recruiting class just keeps getting stronger. Defensive lineman Damarjhe Lewis out of Griffin, Georgia committed to the Tigers Sunday morning after recently receiving an offer from the team.

'Phenomenal' freshman receivers flash big-play ability in first scrimmage

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 10

“They’re doing phenomenal."

Auburn secondary snags 3 interceptions in scrimmage; freshman DB stands out

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 10

To senior linebacker Deshaun Davis, the idea that the Tigers’ secondary is a “weak spot” is comical.

Everything we heard about Auburn football's first fall scrimmage

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 10

On its seventh day of fall camp, Auburn football finally scrimmaged.

Live scrimmage 'made a difference' for Auburn backup QB Joey Gatewood

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | August 9

Making throws and decisions on the run in the scrimmage “came natural” to Gatewood, and live action put the quarterback more in his element, per Malzahn.