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  • A.J. Jackson chooses AU!

    The recruiting momentum continued over the Memorial Day holiday as AU Coaches hosted top prospects from all over the country.  Among those in attendance for Big Cat Weekend on the Plains was Arshad Jackson, a 6-foot-6, 240-pound TE, who became the Ti...
  • Young backs have opportunity for instant impact

    Onterio McCalebb returns as Auburn's most experienced running back but it may be the younger backs who are the ones to watch this year... [more]Todd Van Emst / Auburn University photo...
  • Jeremy Johnson chooses AU!

    AU's quarterback search for the 2013 class appears to have ended close to home.  Jeremy Johnson, a pro-style QB, from Montgomery, Ala., said he plans to be an Auburn Tiger.  Welcome to the AUFAMILY Jeremy and War Eagle!  [more]247Sports pho...
  • StatTiger: A-Day Bootleg Pass

    Should he win the starting position, defenses will be forced to defend Kiehl Frazier as an actual quarterback and not just an additional ball carrier in 2012... [more]Marc Henning photo...
  • StatTiger: Note on Tackles for Loss...

    A tackle-for-loss (TFL) can be extremely disruptive for an offense.  During the 2010 season AU's defense was No. 16 nationally in this statistical category.  In 2011, the Tigers dropped to No. 63 nationally (9th best in the SEC).  A more ex...
  • Spotlighting AU's Pass Defense

    It's no secret the AU defense regressed in recent years, particularly in 3rd down passing situations.  Assuming new Defensive Coordinator Brian VanGorder (and Secondary Coach Willie Martinez) can turn things around, what does an improved pass defense...
  • AU in the 2012 NFL Draft

    Brandon Mosley, Josh Harris and Neiko Thorpe will be taking their talents to Sunday.  Mosley, was selected in the Fourth Round of the NFL Draft by the New York Giants.  He will be joined in the League by both Harris (Atlanta Falcons) and Thorpe ...
  • New Football Weight Room

    As of early 2012, AU Football was given a state-of-the-art strength facility.  It is here where the players will spend countless hours over these next three critical months exploring their individual potential.  And in turn, determining how grea...
  • StatTiger: Thoughts from A-Day

    Any reason to return to Auburn is always a great one.  The weather was gorgeous and it was great to share it with the AUFAMILY ......
  • A-Day 2012

    Over 43,000 witnessed a much improved AU defense, clear leader for the No. 1 QB spot and a host of talented running backs and wide receivers on a picture-perfect Spring afternoon on the Plains.  How did you think our Tigers looked?  Join the dis...
  • Jarrad Davis chooses AU!

    Auburn picked up a Georgia linebacker for the 2013 class when Jarrad Davis verbally committed to the Tigers.  Davis, who carries 210-pounds on a 6-foot-2 frame, was AU's second commitment from A-Day weekend......
  • Cameron Toney chooses AU!

    The recruiting momentum continued for Auburn over A-Day weekend as one of the state's top prospects, Cameron Toney, committed to the Tigers.  The linebacker from Huntsville chose AU over multiple other SEC offers including Alabama, Arkansas, Mississi...
  • Heisman Statues Unvieled

    Auburn honored their three Heisman Trophy winners Pat Sullivan (1971), Bo Jackson (1985) and Cam Newton (2010) during a statue unveiling ceremony Saturday afternoon.  All three winners were on campus for the event.  Photos, video, quotes and mor...
  • Welcome back Shon!

    Shon Coleman, a 2010 consensus 5-star signee who beats the odds in a two year battle with Leukemia, returned to the practice fields for the first time on Wednesday.  Coach Gene Chizik summed it up best: "We're just thrilled to have him out there ... ...
  • Coach Loeffler - Attention to Details

    A common theme since spring practice has been the comments of visiting coaches and players regarding the attention to detail Coach Scot Loeffler has placed on his quarterbacks... Read more  Jay G. Tate / HABOTN photo...
  • An inside look at the AU Athletics Complex

    Video tour and photos......
  • Zac Etheridge takes GA job at Penn State

    "I am excited about the next chapter in my life.  When God shuts doors, we shouldn't see it as a failure, but instead, an opportunity because God has something much better in store.  After much prayer, I've decided I will be taking my football k...
  • Carl Lawson chooses AU!

    The recruiting momentum continued over the weekend as Coach Chizik and Co. received a verbal commitment from one of the best defensive players in the Southeast.  Carl Lawson, a 6-3, 245-pound Defensive End from the greater Atlanta area chose AU over ...
  • StatTiger: Lookout for FB Jay Prosch, transfer from Illinois

    One player to watch for on offense this season will be fullback Jay Prosch.  At 6-0, 255, Jay Prosch will be the type of player who brings a physical presence to the Auburn offense.  With Scot Loeffler placing a strong emphasis on the running ga...
  • Contest: WarEagleArt Giveaway

    AUFAMILY has partnered with WarEagleArt to let our community know about some great local AU products.  Better yet, we are giving away some of this great work!  Entering the contest is Free......