The Auburn Express

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.

  1. 14 HR AGO

    These Auburn Players Could Explode in 2026 | Auburn Football Podcast

    Spring football is here and Auburn fans finally get a chance to see how this roster looks heading into the 2026 season. In this episode of Auburn Express the focus is on the Auburn players to watch this spring and which names could make the biggest impact once the season begins. Auburn has a new offensive direction under Alex Golesh and that means the spotlight immediately turns to players who could thrive in a run heavy attack. One name that jumps out immediately is Jeremiah Cobb. Cobb was already close to a thousand yard season and now enters a system that wants to run the football aggressively. With quarterback Byrum Brown also providing a running threat, Cobb could be in position to produce massive numbers. Another player generating excitement is wide receiver Chas Nimrod. Coaches have already spoken highly about his athleticism and ability to create explosive plays. Auburn has not produced a thousand yard receiver since 1999 which makes this season particularly interesting if Nimrod becomes the breakout target many believe he can be. On the defensive side, the transfer addition of Deshaun Womack gives Auburn a potential difference maker on the edge. Womack arrives with SEC experience after time at LSU and Ole Miss and could become a disruptive pass rusher in DJ Durkin’s defense. Tight end Jake Johnson is another name that stands out as Auburn rebuilds a position group that struggled last season. Johnson brings experience and size and could become a reliable target for Byrum Brown. Finally there is Xavier Atkins, an All American linebacker who exploded last season with nine sacks and seventeen tackles for loss. His leadership and production make him one of the most important defensive players on the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min
  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    BREAKING: Auburn Surging For Elite 2027 QB Israel Abrams | Auburn Football Podcast

    Auburn football recruiting is heating up again and this time the spotlight is on the quarterback position. Auburn is firmly in the mix for elite 2027 quarterback Israel Abrams, and momentum is starting to build around the Tigers in this recruitment. Recruiting analysts have already logged a crystal ball prediction for Abrams to land at Auburn, which immediately raises the stakes for Alex Golesh and his staff. Abrams is one of the most intriguing quarterback prospects in the 2027 class and several major programs are fighting for his commitment including Florida State, Kentucky, and Iowa. Auburn making this kind of push early in the cycle shows how aggressive this coaching staff plans to be on the recruiting trail. One of the biggest factors drawing quarterbacks toward Auburn is the offensive system. Alex Golesh built an explosive attack that helped Byrum Brown produce massive numbers and that style of offense is getting the attention of elite quarterback prospects across the country. Recruits want to play in systems that allow them to showcase their abilities and Auburn’s offense could become a huge selling point. Another quarterback Auburn has on the board is four star Arizona prospect Will Mentschel. The Chandler Arizona standout recently spent extended time with the coaching staff and came away impressed with the environment and relationships inside the program. Schools like Oregon and Miami are pushing hard but Auburn has positioned itself firmly in the mix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    24 min
  3. 5 MAR

    Is Auburn Sitting on the SEC’s Next Superstar QB? | Auburn Football Podcast

    Auburn fans finally got a deeper look into how Alex Golesh plans to develop quarterbacks at Auburn, and the conversation revealed a lot about the future of the program. In this episode, the discussion focuses on Auburn’s quarterback room heading into the 2026 season and why the development of multiple quarterbacks could be the key to the Tigers taking a major step forward. During the interview, Golesh explained that his staff approaches quarterback development with a very specific mindset. The expectation is that every quarterback prepares like the starter, even if they are currently listed as QB2 or QB3. That philosophy is designed to ensure that if Auburn ever needs a backup quarterback to step in during a big moment, that player is mentally and physically ready to perform. The spotlight obviously starts with Byrum Brown, who enters the season with enormous expectations. Brown has elite athletic ability, strong leadership traits, and the kind of dual threat skill set that could allow Auburn’s offense to explode under Golesh’s system. If Brown reaches his potential, Auburn could have one of the most dangerous quarterbacks in the SEC. But the real conversation here is about the depth behind him. Golesh highlighted the development of several young quarterbacks in the room, including Lachlan Hulett and freshman Reece Rush, who has reportedly exceeded expectations early in his Auburn career. The staff believes competition inside the quarterback room will push every player to improve, and that internal competition could ultimately produce multiple capable starters. Another major point from the interview is Golesh’s stance on NIL and playing time. The Auburn head coach made it clear that financial investment does not guarantee snaps. According to Golesh, the fastest way to damage a program is by tying playing time to NIL money instead of performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 min
  4. 4 MAR

    ALERT: Auburn’s QB Has A Different Mentality | Is He Just Like his Coach?! | Auburn Football Podcast

    Alex Golesh made something very clear when talking about Auburn’s quarterback situation and the mentality surrounding Byrum Brown. The expectation inside the program isn’t just to be good. The expectation is to be elite. During this conversation, the focus turns to one of the most interesting dynamics on Auburn’s roster right now. Byrum Brown enters the season as the clear leader of the offense, but the mindset surrounding his development might be the biggest story of the offseason. According to Golesh, Brown isn’t driven by competition from the outside. The thing that drives him is a fear of not becoming elite. That mentality matters when Auburn is trying to build something sustainable. The conversation also dives into what Auburn is building around Brown. With the resources available inside the Woltosz Football Performance Center and a roster that includes multiple transfers familiar with the offensive system, Auburn has a chance to pair an experienced quarterback with a system that has already produced huge numbers. Wide receivers like Bryce Cain could be major beneficiaries of that approach. Golesh’s offense has historically produced thousands of receiving yards every season, and Auburn’s offensive roster looks deeper than it has in years. The running back room is loaded. The offensive line added key transfers. And several players followed the coaching staff from USF, which should accelerate the transition into the new system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  5. 2 MAR

    Alex Golesh Says Auburn Must EVOLVE in 2026 | Can Steven Pearl Follow? | Auburn Football Podcast

    Auburn football evolution is officially underway. In this episode of the Auburn Express, powered by War Rapport, the conversation dives deep into what Alex Golesh revealed about the future of Auburn’s offense in 2026. Is it simply evolution… or is this a full-blown revolution on the Plains? Golesh made it clear that elite offenses don’t stay static. They evolve based on personnel and defensive trends. With Auburn bringing in elite talent like Byrum Brown, Jeremiah Cobb, Bryson Washington, Kai Davenport, and a loaded receiver room featuring Chaz Nimrod and Bryce Cain, the playbook appears wide open. The biggest question: how will this offense balance the run and pass with a quarterback who is not just mobile—but a legitimate running threat? The discussion breaks down how Auburn’s offensive line development will determine the ceiling, how Brown’s improvisational ability changes defensive math, and why 11-on-11 football could be the Tigers’ biggest advantage this season. Then attention shifts to Auburn basketball. With recent collapses, defensive struggles, and lineup decisions under scrutiny, can Auburn still sneak into the NCAA Tournament? What would it take to secure a Quad 1 win against Alabama? Is this team trending in the wrong direction—or can they flip the switch late? There’s a lot to unpack: roster discipline, coaching growth, defensive regression, and the fine line between possible and probable. Auburn fans—this fall could be fun. The only question is how much fun. ⏱️ YouTube Chapters 00:00 Alex Golesh Says Auburn Must Evolve 02:10 Building an Elite Offense Around Personnel 05:15 Byrum Brown’s Impact on the Run Game 07:00 Can Auburn Have 2 1,000 Yard Rushers? 09:30 Breaking Down the 2026 Schedule 11:40 Sponsor Message 13:40 Auburn Basketball Under Pressure 16:00 Has Auburn Lost the Locker Room? 18:30 Possible vs Probable NCAA Tournament Path 23:00 Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min

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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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