Auburn’s football program took a decisive step forward on August 12, when the Tigers ran their first full‑pad, 11‑on‑11 drill of preseason camp, marking the seventh practice of the year and the first time the entire unit was fully suited.
The new 11‑on‑11 period immediately produced fireworks, most notably when wide receiver Jeremiah Koger leapt high to snag a jump ball and score a long touchdown against Fred Gaskin III. On the offensive side, Tristan Ti’a orchestrated back‑to‑back completions to DeShawn Spencer and Brian Williams Jr., while the second‑rotation backfield saw Bryson Washington line up as the primary running back, with Tae Meadows also getting reps.
Injury updates added a layer of intrigue: An’Quon Fegans and Kaleb Harris were notably absent, even though the safety group had indicated they were recovering, while veteran Malik Autry returned to the field with his right hand wrapped. Cody Sigler also made a comeback, and freshman guard Cole Skinner began to show the momentum that could earn him a starting spot along the line.
A New Look on Both Sides of the Ball
Defensively, Champ Anthony split his time between safety and cornerback work, signaling a flexible approach to the secondary. The session attracted a contingent of NFL scouts from Arizona, Cincinnati, Houston, Jacksonville, Kansas City, New York (NFC), Seattle and Tennessee, underscoring the growing national attention on Auburn’s developing talent.
The practice not only highlighted individual breakthroughs but also suggested a broader shift in how the Tigers are structuring their rotations, setting the stage for the upcoming season.