The College Loop

Today on The College Loop, we react to ESPN's newly released 2026 Preseason FPI Top 25 and discuss what Auburn's ranking says about expectations heading into Alex Golesh's first season on the Plains. Then, we tackle one of the biggest questions surrounding Auburn Football in 2026: Is Byrum Brown the best quarterback Auburn will face all season? We go game-by-game through the Tigers' schedule, comp...

The Way Too Early Season Preview series begins! This week on The College Loop, we're taking our first deep dive into Auburn's 2026 season opener against Baylor. We break down what has changed for the Bears, key matchups to watch, biggest strengths and weaknesses, and whether Auburn should be favored in Atlanta. Then, we shift our focus back to the Tigers by ranking every Auburn position group ente...

Who are the five newcomers that will determine Auburn Football's success in 2026? In this episode of The College Loop, we're breaking down the 5 newcomers that could make or break Auburn's season, including the players who must make an immediate impact for Alex Golesh and the Tigers to compete in the SEC. Byrum Brown is a gimme, but what other transfers or true freshmen could join the list of pote...

On today's episode of The College Loop, we're breaking down Auburn's newest commitments, including: 🐅 4-Star EDGE James Pace III – One of the nation's top pass rushers from Maryland. 🐅 4-Star WR Deshawn Hall – A 6-foot-5 playmaker from Prattville with elite athleticism and huge upside. 🐅 4-Star DL Nate Kamba – A dominant interior force from North Carolina. 🐅 3-Star RB Khamoni Williams – A vers...

Big Cat Weekend is here, and Auburn Tigers football is already building momentum on the recruiting trail. In today’s episode of The College Loop, we break down Auburn landing an extremely athletic linebacker in the 2027 recruiting class and what this commitment could mean for the future of the defense. We’ll discuss why this pickup matters so early in the cycle, how the Tigers are recruiting under...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we react to the official kickoff time announcement for Auburn Football’s Week 1 showdown against Baylor and explain why this game could end up being one of the most important games of the entire 2026 season. We take an early look at the matchup, discuss why the opener matters so much for Alex Golesh and the Tigers, and break down what a win — or loss — could...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we react to a HUGE recruiting win for Auburn Tigers football as the Tigers land 2027 quarterback Gary Chatman Jr. Did Auburn just find its next star QB? We break down what Chatman brings to the table, why this commitment matters so early in the cycle, and what it says about the future direction of Auburn Football recruiting. Plus, we recap another massive we...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we put Auburn Football to the test — if the season started tomorrow, what would this team actually look like? No more offseason projections, no more ‘wait and see’ — just reality. We break down who the starting quarterback would be right now, the biggest strengths and weaknesses coming out of spring, and whether this team is truly ready to compete in the Sou...

On today’s special birthday episode of The College Loop, we break down the surging recruiting momentum for Auburn Football as head coach Alex Golesh begins to make his mark on the trail. Are the Tigers finally turning the corner with elite talent acquisition? We dive into recent commits, key targets still on the board, and what’s fueling this sudden buzz around the program. From NIL strategy to re...

On today’s special birthday episode of The College Loop, we’re switching things up and building my All-Time Auburn Football Team — but with a twist… this is the best team made up only of players I’ve seen during my lifetime. From legendary quarterbacks and dominant running backs to game-changing defenders and all-time great playmakers, I’m putting together the ultimate Auburn squad based on the mo...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we kick things off with Auburn Football’s A-Day fallout —- and the fan reaction to Byrum Brown. Are the overreactions justified after a shaky spring showing, or is this exactly what you’d expect from a new QB still settling in? We break down the interceptions, offensive struggles, and why Auburn fans may need to pump the brakes. Then we shift to Auburn Men’s...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we react to the first A-Day game under Alex Golesh and break down what stood out — both good and bad — from this new-look squad. It wasn’t a clean debut for the offense, as inconsistency, stalled drives, and multiple interceptions from the quarterback group raised some early concerns heading into the season. We dive into what went wrong, whether it’s a matte...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we take a step back and ask a critical question: what would a good A-Day actually look like for Auburn Football? With expectations building heading into Saturday’s spring game, it’s easy for fans to overreact to big plays, stat lines, and highlight moments — but what should we really be looking for? We break down what success looks like for Alex Golesh’s squ...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we break down the biggest questions Auburn Football needs to answer on A-Day as spring practice comes to a close. With Alex Golesh’s squad continuing to take shape, this is the first real look at how this team might perform heading into the 2026 season. Can Byrum Brown take full control of the offense? Which playmakers emerge at wide receiver? And are there...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we react to the huge news that Tahaad Pettiford is officially returning to Auburn Tigers men's basketball — and break down exactly what it means for the program moving forward. How impactful was Pettiford as a freshman, and how big of a leap can he make in year two? We dive into his skillset, his role in the backcourt, and why his return could be a game-chan...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we take a deep dive into Auburn Tigers men's basketball and map out exactly what the gameplan should be for Bruce Pearl and Steven Pearl as the transfer portal officially opens — how aggressive do the Tigers need to be, and what are the biggest roster priorities heading into the 2026 season? We break down the key needs, potential roster gaps, and what this o...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we take a deep dive into the Auburn Tigers football cornerback room — is this group ready to lock down SEC offenses in 2026, or are there still major question marks heading into the season? We break down the depth, key names to watch, and what this unit needs to prove. Then we shift to the hardwood as Auburn Tigers men's basketball gets set for a championshi...

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we take an early look at the ceiling and floor for Auburn Tigers football in 2026 after just one week of spring practice. Is this a team that can push toward 10 wins… or are there still too many unknowns that could hold them back? We break down the best-case vs worst-case scenario, what has to go right, what could go wrong, and where this team realistically...

Is 6.5 wins really the expectation for Auburn Tigers football in 2026… or is that number way too low with Byrum Brown under center? On today’s episode of The College Loop, we break down Auburn’s projected win total and what it says about the national perception of this program. Is this a fair line based on the roster and schedule, or are oddsmakers sleeping on what this team could become in Year 1...

In today’s episode of The College Loop, we kick things off with a deep dive into the Auburn Football wide receiver room — a group that, from top to bottom, might be one of the most efficient and complete units we’ve seen on the Plains in years. Is this the strength of the offense heading into 2026? We break down the depth, versatility, and why this group could quietly be elite. Then we shift over...

Auburn Football is officially back on the field, and we’ve got our first real look at the Tigers in spring practice. In today’s episode of The College Loop, we break down everything from Day 1 — early observations, players who stood out right away, and what it could all mean as Auburn begins shaping its identity heading into the 2026 season. From energy and tempo to position battles and early buzz...

Spring practice is right around the corner for the Auburn Tigers football, and several players have a massive opportunity in front of them. In today’s episode of The College Loop, we break down the Auburn players who need a breakout spring the most — the guys whose development could dramatically impact the Tigers’ outlook heading into the 2026 season under new head coach Alex Golesh. From key offe...

Has Auburn Basketball done enough to hear their name called on Selection Sunday? On this episode of The College Loop, we take a closer look at Auburn’s regular season résumé and break down whether the Tigers have built a strong enough case to earn a spot in the NCAA Tournament. From key wins and frustrating losses to the overall strength of their schedule, we examine how Auburn stacks up compared...

Which position battles will define the season for the Auburn Tigers football program in Year One under Alex Golesh? In this episode of The College Loop, we break down the key competitions on the roster that could ultimately determine how high Auburn’s ceiling is in 2026. From quarterback to the trenches and a few spots in between, some positions simply have to be solidified if the Tigers want to t...

In today’s episode of The College Loop, we take a deep dive into the identity of Auburn Tigers football under Alex Golesh and why the quarterback position may ultimately define everything moving forward. Is Auburn building a true tempo-driven offense? Is this program becoming quarterback-centric in the modern SEC? And what exactly does Byrum Brown bring to this team that could shape the ceiling of...