Auburn's football program kicked off preseason camp on August 4, gearing up for a neutral‑site season opener against Baylor in Atlanta on September 5.
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Offensive coordinator Jeff Golesh stressed that the Tigers will lean heavily on the running game this year, even as the offensive line continues to iron out chemistry.
The battle for the starting guard spot remains open, with transfers Jacob Strand and Jack Leyrer pushing for the role alongside underclassmen Tai Buster and Wilson Zierer.
Stanton Ramil is slated to protect the left side of the line, but his availability hinges on a clean bill of health as the season approaches.
At running back, a deep stable of six scholarship athletes includes Jeremiah Cobb, Omar Mabson and Alvin Henderson, with Cobb emerging as the frontrunner for the lead carry.
Defensive coordinator highlighted a series of depth contests across the secondary and front seven, naming fifth‑year veterans Chris Murray and Dallas Walker IV alongside Arkansas State transfer Cody Sigler as key contributors on the defensive line.
In the secondary, Ole Miss transfer Da'Shawn Womack is being counted on to fill the void left by Keyron Crawford, though his participation is pending resolution of a summer arrest case.
Youngsters such as Tae Meadows, Nykahi Davenport and Bryson Washington are expected to vie for snaps behind the established starters, adding depth to the defensive backfield.
Overall, Golesh said the offense will prioritize a power‑run approach, aiming to control the tempo and wear down opponents.