Auburn’s 2026 football team has locked in Deryc Plazz, an interior offensive lineman who transferred from the Miami Hurricanes. The move comes as the Tigers look to revamp a line that has struggled with consistency over the past few seasons.
A Physical Front Line Redefined
Head coach Alex Golesh has emphasized a more rugged, downhill approach on offense, demanding linemen who can open lanes and protect the quarterback. Plazz’s build and technique align with that vision, offering the program a rare blend of size and mobility for an interior player.
Plazz arrives after a modest stint with Miami, where he appeared in only four games but earned a 57 run‑blocking grade from Pro Football Focus, a metric that highlights his effectiveness in the trenches. The former three‑star prospect was ranked No. 62 nationally and No. 42 among Florida recruits in the 2024 cycle, underscoring his high‑school pedigree.
His collegiate journey includes a run to the College Football Playoff National Championship Game with the Hurricanes in 2025, where they fell to the Indiana Hoosiers. That experience, coupled with his work ethic, has left coaches optimistic that Plazz can translate practice reps into game‑day impact.
Now a sophomore from Jacksonville, Plazz will join a unit that has seen both promise and puzzlement. If he can adapt quickly to the SEC’s speed, his presence could be a decisive factor in Auburn’s push to return to contention.