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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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AU Football Recruiting Update | Rance Brown Commits, Byrum Brown Debate | Auburn Football Podcast
1w ago00:44:23Tap to summarizeAuburn football may finally have the offensive identity fans have been waiting for. In this episode of the Auburn Express, the discussion centers around why Byrum Brown and Jeremiah Cobb could become one of the most dangerous quarterback and running back tandems in the SEC during the 2026 season. Byrum Brown already proved at USF that he can dominate as both a passer and runner, putting together a 3000 yard passing and 1000 yard rushing season. Pairing that skill set with Jeremiah Cobb’s explosive ability between the tackles creates a combination that could completely reshape Auburn’s offense under Alex Golesh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Auburn Recruiting: 3-Star OT Rance Brown Commits to Tigers’ 2027 Class!
1w ago00:39:41Tap to summarizeThe Auburn Tigers just landed commit number nine! 🦅 In this breaking news edition of the Auburn Express, Ike Jones breaks down the massive commitment of Rance Brown, a towering 6-foot-6, 290-pound offensive tackle out of Brentwood Academy in Tennessee. A lifelong Auburn Tiger fan, Brown chose Auburn over Kentucky to officially join the 2027 recruiting class. Coach Alex Goeish is completely rewriting the script on how Auburn recruits the trenches. With Brown on board, the Tigers have locked down their third offensive lineman and second true offensive tackle in just a one-week span. The Tape Don't Lie: Brown racked up a staggering 81 pancake blocks during his junior season. We discuss his "block to the echo of the whistle" mentality and why his willingness to strain is exactly what this coaching staff demands. System Over Star-Ratings: Why Alex Golesh and DJ Durkin excel at evaluating "system-fit" players who are hungry to be developed rather than just chasing arbitrary star ratings. High School vs. The Portal: A deep-dive conversation into building a sustainable program from the high school ranks up, changing previous recruiting failures, and why the "proof of concept" matters for future NFL talent. The Class Trajectory: Where this commitment catapults Auburn in the 247Sports and On3 team rankings as they build toward a projected top-15 finish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Fave 5 Returning Offensive Players for Auburn Football
1w ago00:20:35Tap to summarizeWith limited returning offensive production for Auburn this season, who is primed to take the next massive leap forward? In this morning's drop, we break down the top 5 returning offensive players (plus a little bonus cheating!) who have the potential, the athletic traits, and the opportunity to lock down spots on the depth chart and make a major impact for the Tigers. From critical position battles on the interior offensive line to lethal speed in the return game, we are projecting the progression for these key returners year over year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Byrum Brown and Jeremiah Cobb Could Be Auburn’s Best Offensive Duo | Auburn Football Podcast
1w ago00:25:01Tap to summarizeAuburn football may finally have the offensive identity fans have been waiting for. In this episode of the Auburn Express, the discussion centers around why Byrum Brown and Jeremiah Cobb could become one of the most dangerous quarterback and running back tandems in the SEC during the 2026 season. Byrum Brown already proved at USF that he can dominate as both a passer and runner, putting together a 3000 yard passing and 1000 yard rushing season. Pairing that skill set with Jeremiah Cobb’s explosive ability between the tackles creates a combination that could completely reshape Auburn’s offense under Alex Golesh. 0:00 Auburn’s Potential Elite QB RB Duo 1:02 Why Byrum Brown Is Being Overlooked 3:09 Alex Golesh’s Offensive Impact 5:23 Why Auburn Could Start Fast 6:34 Can Byrum Brown and Jeremiah Cobb Both Thrive? 9:02 Auburn’s Offensive Ceiling in 2026 11:00 Jeremiah Cobb’s Growth as a Receiver 14:16 Auburn’s Path to 3000 Rushing Yards 17:14 CFP Expectations if Auburn Dominates on the Ground 18:25 Historic SEC Quarterback Rushing Comparisons 20:20 Final Thoughts on Auburn’s Offense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Auburn’s Georgia Shot Is Real This Season? | Auburn Football Podcast
2w ago00:26:19Tap to summarizeAuburn football has not won in Athens since 2005, but the 2026 trip to Georgia feels like one of the biggest early measuring stick games of the Alex Golesh era. Auburn officially visits Georgia on October 17, 2026, after an open date on October 10, giving the Tigers extra time to prepare for Kirby Smart and the Bulldogs. In this Auburn Express conversation, the focus turns to what an Auburn win over Georgia would actually have to look like. It starts with Byrum Brown, who is listed on Auburn’s official roster as a senior quarterback, and how his command of Alex Golesh’s offense could give Auburn a real chance if the Tigers stay balanced, avoid panic, and hit enough plays down the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Can Alex Golesh Win at Neyland Stadium? | Auburn Football Podcast
2w ago00:28:44Tap to summarizeAuburn football heads into one of the most important stretches of the season with a massive road matchup against Tennessee looming in October. This Auburn vs Tennessee preview dives into why this game could completely shape the direction of the Tigers’ season under Alex Golesh. The conversation centers around Byrum Brown and the potential impact of his dual threat ability in Auburn’s offense. Could Auburn finally have the kind of quarterback that changes games on the road in hostile SEC environments? The discussion compares Brown’s rushing upside to some of the best running quarterbacks the SEC has seen over the last decade, including Cam Newton, Jayden Daniels, Johnny Manziel, and Nick Marshall. 0:00 Auburn vs Tennessee Could Define The Season 1:24 Why October Is Brutal For Auburn 3:17 Tennessee’s Biggest Weaknesses 5:01 Auburn Defense vs Tennessee Offense 6:25 Byrum Brown’s SEC Ceiling 8:30 Tennessee’s Defensive Changes 11:24 State Of Auburn Athletics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Auburn Lands Top 100 OT Layton Von Brandt | Recruiting Rankings Rising | Auburn Football Podcast
2w ago00:30:42Tap to summarizeAuburn football just landed one of its biggest recruiting wins of the 2026 cycle with Top 100 offensive tackle Layton Von Brandt committing to Alex Golesh and the Tigers. This is the type of commitment Auburn fans have been waiting to see because elite offensive tackles are hard to find, especially ones with this kind of national attention and SEC upside. In today’s Auburn Express, there is a deep dive into what Layton Von Brandt brings to Auburn football and why this commitment feels different compared to recent recruiting cycles. Auburn needed offensive line help in a major way and this commitment answers one of the biggest questions surrounding the class. The Tigers now have another elite trench player to pair with Mason Johnson Cook as recruiting momentum starts building on both sides of the football. 0:00 Auburn lands Layton Von Brandt 2:15 Why this commitment matters 4:35 Auburn recruiting momentum building 7:48 Recruiting rankings discussion 10:00 Byrum Brown impact on recruiting 13:05 Auburn Top 10 recruiting class chances 16:20 Potential flips during the season 20:35 Importance of player development 23:10 Final recruiting thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Layton von Brandt Chooses Auburn!
2w ago00:30:34Tap to summarizeAuburn Football lands a massive commitment from 4-star offensive tackle Leighton Von Brandt! In this episode, Ike Jones breaks down the huge news as Auburn secures one of the top high school offensive line prospects in the country. For years, the narrative has been that Auburn struggles to pull blue-chip offensive tackles straight out of high school, but Coach Alex Golesh and OL Coach Tyler Hudanick just turned the recruiting world on its head. We dive deep into the numbers, what this means for the 2027 recruiting class, and address the "Three-Star U" critics who have been stressing out in the chat lately. Plus, we take a look at Von Brandt's remaining summer official visit schedule and discuss Auburn's smart, judicial approach to the NIL landscape. Are you cautiously optimistic or ready to spike the football? Drop your thoughts and a "War Eagle" in the comments below! 👇 The Blueprint on Von Brandt: Breaking down the 6'6", 280+ lb monster out of Appoquinimink High School in Delaware. Where does he rank nationally, and how big of a deal is it to pull the #1 player from Delaware over powerhouses like Notre Dame and Penn State? Class of 2027 Breakdown: Auburn is quietly building a dangerous group. We look at how the Tigers sit inside the Top 25 with only 8 total commitments, proving that quality over quantity is winning the day. The Instagram Recruiter: Shoutout to 4-star running back commit Johnson Cook for already doing work on social media to help recruit Von Brandt and build the "mauler" frontline he needs. NIL Strategy & "The Bag": Why the coaching staff's refusal to blindly outbid teams for unproven high school players is actually a highly strategic, sustainable move for the program's culture. The Panic Meter: Von Brandt still has official visits lined up with Florida, Penn State, and Notre Dame this June. Should Auburn fans be nervous about a summer flip? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Fave 5 New Defenders for 2026
2w ago00:27:10Tap to summarizeOn this edition of the Morning Drop, host Ike Jones returns to his summer series breaking down the Auburn Tigers' roster for the 2026 season. After diving into his favorite returning defenders last week, Ike turns his attention to the newcomers. In a system under defensive coordinator DJ Durkin that heavily rotates players and leaves defensive backs on an island, finding guys who bring the right SEC-level frame, coverage skills, and interior pass rush is everything. Tune in as Ike evaluates the PFF analytics, transfer history, and film expectations for the five new faces he is most intrigued by: Walter Mathis Jr. (Defensive Lineman): Coming over from LSU, this 285-pound sophomore has the SEC pedigree to become a rock-solid rotational piece against the run. Da'Shawn Womack (Rush End): A 6'5", 265-pound former Ole Miss and LSU edge piece counted on to improve Auburn's lackluster third-and-long pressure rates. Kamari Todd (Cornerback): A highly competitive, physical boundary defender transferring from Chattanooga who can carve out a real path to playing time in the rotation and on special teams. Andre Jordan Jr. (Cornerback): A well-traveled veteran with over 1,100 Power 4 snaps under his belt between LSU and Oregon State, brought in to step directly into the top four corner rotation as a perimeter cover guy. Cody Sigler (Defensive Tackle): A 302-pound disruptive force out of Arkansas State who flashed serious interior pass-rushing capabilities and pocket-collapsing havoc during spring practice. What do you think of Ike's list? Which transfer portal addition are you counting on the most to upgrade the Tigers' defense? Let us know in the comments! Green Name Gang, stay tuned for exclusive film breakdowns coming later this week. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe! 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Auburn Football 2026: Can Byrum Brown Join Cam Newton and Nick Marshall? | Auburn Football Podcast
2w ago00:28:38Tap to summarizeHead over to www.thewarrapport.com for all the best Auburn Content Could Byrum Brown become the next elite dual threat quarterback in SEC history? On this episode of Auburn Express, the conversation dives deep into what it would mean for Auburn Football if Byrum Brown rushes for 1000 yards during the 2026 season. The numbers say something very important about quarterbacks who hit that milestone in the SEC and Auburn fans should pay close attention. Cam Newton. Johnny Manziel. Jayden Daniels. Nick Marshall. Those names all appear on the short list of SEC quarterbacks who crossed the 1000 yard rushing mark, and history says teams with quarterbacks producing at that level usually compete for championships, Heisman trophies, or double digit wins. The discussion breaks down the historical data behind elite rushing quarterbacks in the SEC and why Auburn’s offensive system under Alex Golesh could unlock Byrum Brown’s full potential. There is also a detailed conversation about what Auburn’s defense under DJ Durkin means for the ceiling of this football team if the offense finally takes a major leap forward. Can Byrum Brown become a 2500 plus yard passer while also dominating on the ground? Could Auburn realistically win nine or more games if the offense reaches that level? The episode examines the realistic path for Auburn to return to national relevance while comparing Byrum Brown’s upside to some of the greatest dual threat quarterbacks college football has seen in the last fifteen years. If Auburn finally has an elite trigger man at quarterback again, the entire trajectory of the program could change in a hurry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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