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The Auburn Express
Hosted by The War Rapport || Mike G • B Wil • Ike Jones • C-Dub · EN
Your #1 source for Auburn Sports content. The Auburn Express is your place to hear comprehensive commentary on Auburn Football, Basketball, Baseball, and Gymnastics. In the SEC, sports are king and The War Rapport delivers a unique sports commentary experience in spades. Show hosts, Ike Jones, Ceasear Walker, B Wil, and Mike G. chop it weekly about sports happenings around Auburn University and the SEC. Visit thewarrapport.com for more Auburn sports coverage and content.
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Auburn Starting 5 and 0 Start Is More Real Than You Think | Auburn Football Podcast
Yesterday00:25:15Tap to summarizeCould Auburn football really start the 2026 season 5 and 0? It may sound ambitious, but after taking another look at the schedule, the path is becoming a lot more realistic than many people want to admit. In this episode of Auburn Express, the focus is on Auburn's first five games against Baylor, Florida, Vanderbilt, and Tennessee before the bye week. There are legitimate questions surrounding each of those opponents, especially at quarterback, while Auburn enters the season with experienced quarterback Byrum Brown, a proven offensive system under Alex Golesh, and one of the SEC's most underrated running backs in Jeremiah Cobb. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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James Branch Commits! Inside the St. Francis Pipeline & Recruiting Surge
2d ago00:49:53Tap to summarizeThe War Report Podcast Network brings you a special Saturday reaction episode of The Auburn Express! Ike Jones breaks down the exciting commitment of 3-star athlete James Branch to the Auburn Tigers. We discuss his massive 6'3" frame, his transition from wide receiver to defensive back, and how he fits into Tim Banks’ defensive scheme. Ike also takes listener questions on current scholarship limits, 247Sports composite rankings, and the likelihood of landing big-name targets remaining on the board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Auburn Faces Its Ultimate Measuring Stick...The Georgia Bulldogs | Auburn Football Podcast
5d ago00:28:22Tap to summarizeThe Georgia game has become much more than another SEC matchup. It has become the measuring stick for where Auburn football stands as a program, and in 2026 it could tell everyone exactly how close Alex Golesh has the Tigers to competing with the SEC's elite. In this episode of Auburn Express powered by War Rapport, the conversation focuses on why Georgia represents the biggest benchmark on Auburn's schedule. Auburn could realistically enter Athens with momentum after a manageable September schedule, but the Bulldogs remain one of the nation's most complete teams. Kirby Smart has built one of college football's premier programs through elite recruiting, player development, and coaching continuity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Next NBA Loophole? + Auburn's International Roster Additions + SEC Opponents Reaction
5d ago00:36:03Tap to summarizeAuburn Basketball just landed its final two international roster additions, but one of them comes with some major NBA Draft drama! In this edition of The Auburn Express (brought to you by the War Report Podcast Network), Ike Jones is joined by college basketball expert Vince Wolfram from the Field of 68 to break down the arrival of Mantas and Narcisse Ngoy. How did Ngoy end up getting drafted by the LA Clippers without ever declaring, and what does this "draft-and-stash" loophole mean for Bruce and Steven Pearl’s squad this season? Plus, we look at the film to see what these dynamic overseas prospects bring to the floor, project our way-too-early Starting 5 (is this guard duo the best in the SEC?), and react to the newly released SEC home/away opponents. Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave your thoughts in the comments: Who do you think should be the fifth starter for the Tigers? Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Auburn Basketball Roster Additions 1:20 - Who is Mantas? Film Breakdown & Luke Kennard/Chad Baker-Mazara Comparisons 4:30 - The Narcisse Ngoy NBA Draft Loophole Explained 8:00 - On-Court Impact: What Ngoy & Bucky Bring to the Frontcourt Defense 10:15 - Way-Too-Early Projected Starting 5 (Batman & Robin Guard Duo) 15:10 - SEC Opponents & Schedule Breakdown (Home/Away Gauntlet) 18:50 - SEC Coaching Chaos (Will Wade at LSU) & Outro #AuburnBasketball #WarEagle #AuburnTigers #SEC #NBADraft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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This Game Changes IT ALL for AU | 9 Wins Might Be the Limit - 5 Win Floor | Auburn Football Podcast
6d ago00:25:56Tap to summarizeIs Auburn really capped at just nine wins in 2026, or is the national conversation missing something? In this episode of The Auburn Express Powered by War Rapport, the discussion centers around one of the hottest offseason debates surrounding Auburn Football. The conversation breaks down why the Florida game may be the biggest game of the season under first year head coach Alex Golesh, while also explaining why the road trip to Tennessee could ultimately determine Auburn's entire season. If the Tigers can navigate September undefeated, the expectations for the rest of the year could change dramatically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Auburn Has a MASSIVE ADVANTAGE Over Tennessee in Knoxville at Quarterback! | Auburn Football Podcast
1w ago00:26:27Tap to summarizeThe Auburn Express TV (formerly The War Rapport) is the premier independent digital media network covering Auburn Athletics. Reaching thousands of dedicated Tigers fans weekly through deep-dive analysis, exclusive interviews, and daily podcasts. For advertising, sponsorship inquiries, and media kits, contact: business@thewarrapport.com Head over to www.thewarrapport.com for all the best Auburn Content Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD8UwOMmf3811Lo_kaEIvgw/join The road to a special season could come down to one game. In this episode of Auburn Express Powered by The War Rapport, Mike Gittens is joined by Kyle Rush from The Barn to break down Auburn's Week 5 showdown against Tennessee in Knoxville. After what could be a favorable September schedule, Auburn enters its first true road environment of the season at Neyland Stadium against Josh Heupel and the Volunteers. Can Alex Golesh lead Auburn to a statement victory in his return to Tennessee? The discussion covers why the Baylor opener in Atlanta could actually help prepare Auburn for hostile road environments, why Tennessee may be the most winnable game during Auburn's brutal October stretch, and why this matchup could determine whether Auburn becomes a legitimate SEC contender. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Trap Game or Litmus Test? Why Vandy is a Must-Win for Auburn’s New Era
1w ago00:45:33Tap to summarizeThe road to an eight-win season for Auburn runs directly through Vanderbilt, but this is far from your typical SEC "tune-up" game. After dropping two straight matchups to the Commodores in recent years, the Tigers are looking for serious "get back" at Jordan-Hare Stadium . With a clean slate under first-year head coach Alex Golesh and fifth-year senior quarterback Byrum Brown leading the offense, the margin for error is razor-thin. In this episode of The Weekend Tailgate, Mike G and Ike drill down on why this September clash is a defining moment for the program: The Ultimate Trap Game: Tucked squarely between a fierce Florida matchup and a brutal road trip to Neyland Stadium to face Tennessee, can Auburn avoid looking past the Commodores ? A New-Look Vandy Offense: With star quarterback Diego Pavia and All-SEC tight end Eli Stowers gone, Vanderbilt is handing the keys to five-star true freshman Jared Curtis. Can DJ Durkin’s defense shut down a freshman signal-caller on the road? The Recruiting Battleground: Vanderbilt isn't just a threat on the field anymore; they are pulling five-star talent. Ike and Mike break down why losing three in a row to Vandy would weaponize negative recruiting against Auburn, making a head-to-head victory absolutely paramount for the future of the program . Setting the Standard: Why the hosts refuse to let the coaching staff use past talent deficits as an excuse . If Auburn wants to be respected as an elite SEC program, dominating the games they should win starts right here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Did Hugh Freeze Have a Point? The REAL Danger of Golesh’s Tempo | Auburn Football Podcast
1w ago00:28:43Tap to summarizeIs Alex Golesh’s lightning-fast tempo a cheat code for the SEC, or a ticking time bomb for DJ Durkin's defense? On this episode of The Auburn Express, Ike Jones dives deep into the "Tempo Paradox". We look back at why Hugh Freeze refused to step on the gas, what happened to the defense when the interim staff cranked up the pace against Vanderbilt, and why the offensive trenches hold the key to the entire 2026 season. Plus, we analyze Byrum Brown's role as the ultimate dual-threat weapon and why DJ Durkin must completely ditch the "bend-but-don't-break" philosophy on third down to force more three-and-outs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Is Vanderbilt Still Auburn’s Kryptonite? Auburn Football Trap Games Debate
1w ago00:30:19Tap to summarizeWhich games on Auburn’s schedule could trip up the Tigers this season? In this episode of the Auburn Express, Ike Jones and C-Dub breakdown the biggest "trap games" for Auburn football under Alex Golesh, focusing on a critical matchup against Vanderbilt sandwiched between Florida and Tennessee. What We Discuss in This Episode: The Ultimate Trap: Why Vanderbilt represents a dangerous middle-ground game after a high-stakes SEC home opener against Florida and right before a brutal road trip to Knoxville. Restoring Order: Why Auburn absolutely cannot afford to drop a third straight game to Vandy , and how DJ Durkin’s defense plans to welcome Vanderbilt’s new freshman quarterback to the SEC. The November Debate: Arkansas vs. Mississippi State—which late-season road or home game poses the biggest threat of Auburn "sleepwalking"? Locker Room Culture: Can Golesh's transfer portal additions successfully instill a "week-to-week" elite coaching mentality in the locker room? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Alex Golesh's First SEC Test: Can Auburn Beat Florida in the 2026 Opener? | Auburn Football Podcast
2w ago00:26:09Tap to summarizeThe road through the SEC starts early, and this Auburn vs Florida matchup could shape the entire 2026 season. Mike Gittens and Christian Rao continue the Auburn schedule breakdown series by taking a deep dive into one of the biggest games on the Tigers' schedule. With Alex Golesh making his SEC debut as Auburn's head coach and John Sumrall leading Florida into Jordan Hare Stadium for his first conference game, the storylines are everywhere. Who has more pressure entering this matchup? Can Byrum Brown give Auburn the offensive spark it has been searching for? Will DJ Durkin's defense continue to be one of the SEC's toughest units? And could Jeremiah Cobb and Auburn's running game control the pace against a Florida team expected to lean heavily on Jadan Baugh? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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