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The Auburn Plainsman

Former No. 1 recruit leaving Auburn program

Auburn defensive end Byron Cowart, the former No. 1 overall prospect in the class of 2015, has requested his release from the Auburn football program, per reports. "Byron Cowart has come to me numerous times over the last couple of weeks disappointed with playing time," head coach Gus Malzahn said. "Yesterday he came to me and said he wants to quit to pursue other opportunities.