Auburn Football Ranks Third in ESPN 2025 Recruiting, Gains Major Transfers

Auburn football, under head coach Hugh Freeze, is striving to reverse its recent lack of winning seasons through strong recruiting and transfer portal activity. The Tigers' 2025 recruiting class ranks third nationally according to ESPN, featuring impactful newcomers such as five-star cornerback Blake Woodby, top safety Anquon Fegans, and defensive linemen Jourdin Crawford and Malik Autry. Auburn is also pursuing four-star defensive lineman Valdin Sone from Sweden and running back Jae Lamar for the 2026 class, although Sone is heavily favored to commit elsewhere. The transfer portal haul includes notable additions like quarterback Jackson Arnold and wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr., which ESPN highlights as key contributors for the upcoming season. Despite recent struggles, insiders like Joel Klatt and ESPN analysts express optimism about Auburn's upward trajectory, emphasizing the importance of top-tier recruiting classes to build an elite roster. Meanwhile, Auburn baseball is also performing well, climbing to No. 6 in the USA TODAY Baseball Coaches Poll after a dominant series sweep against South Carolina.