This is unfortunate and a real kick to the groin for AU. But, can you blame this kid? He made a great decision. He and his family are probably thinking long term. They took in all the negative recruiting about Gus/Auburn and probably looked into it themselves. They probably realized that Auburn doesn't churn out OL. Perhaps they noticed AU has only had FIVE OL drafted under Gus and then put two in two together.
"Offensive genius and they don't produce great linemen year in and year out, huh?"
This has been stated before in other threads, but WHY would you go to Auburn if you're a guard, tackle, or center? Defensive lineman? Hell yeah, they'll get you to the league. Other side of the ball? Not as much.
Gus has to go. Auburn can't bring in the talent to seriously compete in the SEC West. That's the reality of the program.