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. 13 HR AGO

    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
  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    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
  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    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
  4. 27 FEB

    ALERT: Auburn’s Season on the Brink After Blowout at Oklahoma | Auburn Football Podcast

    Auburn basketball is officially running out of time. After a disappointing 91–79 loss to Oklahoma, the Tigers now sit in a dangerous position with just three regular season games remaining. This wasn’t just another road loss. This was a performance that raises serious questions about effort, defensive intensity, depth, and whether this team has enough left in the tank to secure an NCAA Tournament bid. In this episode, the Oklahoma loss is broken down from every angle. Despite 26 points from Keyshawn Hall and 26 from Kevin Overton, Auburn allowed 91 points to one of the slowest teams in the country. Defensive lapses continue to define this team’s identity. Opposing stars keep having career nights. The seven man rotation looks gassed. And with Ole Miss, LSU, and Alabama remaining, there is zero margin for error. Stephen Pearl has already called out the defensive effort publicly. The offense has had flashes, but when Todd Pettiford goes cold, there simply isn’t enough consistent production elsewhere. Auburn won the rebounding battle. Won second chance points. Shot a respectable percentage. But they still walked out of Norman with another damaging loss. Now the question becomes simple: Can Auburn win the two must win home games? And does a road win at Alabama become the defining moment that locks up a tournament bid? The eye test is concerning. The resume is still alive. The clock is ticking. Let’s talk about what needs to change immediately. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min
  5. 23 FEB

    BREAKING: Mark Pope LOSES It After Auburn Win! | Pope Postgame Comments| Auburn Football Podcast

    Auburn basketball just delivered another massive moment — and this one came with fireworks. After Auburn took down Kentucky in a gritty SEC battle, the postgame press conference stole the spotlight. Mark Pope was visibly heated, frustrated over late officiating decisions that shifted momentum and ultimately gave Auburn the opportunity to close the game out. In this episode, we break down the controversial foul call, the reaction from Kentucky fans, and what it means for Auburn moving forward. Was it a bad call? Was it just SEC basketball being SEC basketball? Let’s talk about it. More importantly, this win may have just revived Auburn’s NCAA Tournament hopes. With the No. 1 strength of schedule in the country and 15 Quad 1 games already played, the Tigers don’t need style points — they need wins. Sitting at 15-12, the math is simple: get to 18 or 19 wins and the committee will have to take a hard look. We also preview the final stretch: Oklahoma on the road, LSU, Ole Miss, and the season finale in Tuscaloosa against Alabama. Can Auburn stack wins and enter March with momentum? Keyshawn Hall, Keyshawn Murphy, and Elijah Freeman will have to deliver consistently if this team wants to avoid sweating it out on Selection Sunday. This wasn’t just a win over Kentucky. This was a statement. And if Auburn gets into the tournament, nobody is going to want that matchup in Round One. Smash the like button, hit subscribe, and drop your predictions in the comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min
  6. 20 FEB

    Is Chas Nimrod Auburn’s WR1? 👀 | Auburn Football Podcast

    A lot of the offseason buzz has centered around Keyshawn Singleton. Fair. But the real conversation might need to shift to Chas Nimrod. After digging into the numbers and talking with people around the program, there’s growing belief that Nimrod is being slept on. The former Tennessee and South Florida wideout quietly posted 466 yards in just six games last season, including a 128 yard performance against Miami. That pace projects to a monster year over a full schedule. At 6’2” with legit versatility, Nimrod can line up at multiple receiver spots. In this wide choice system, that matters. This offense is built on distribution. Last season alone, nine receivers had double digit catches. That is by design. The ball does not stick in one place. Now enter Byrum Brown. According to PFF, he was the highest rated quarterback in the transfer portal. Auburn finally believes it has stability at quarterback. And when that position is solid, everything else opens up. The real question is not whether Auburn can produce a 1,000 yard receiver. The question is whether it needs one. With Keyshawn Singleton, Bryce Cain, Jeremiah Koger, and a deep running back room, the touches may be spread out. That could actually make this offense more dangerous. Then there is October. Road trips to Tennessee and Georgia. LSU and Ole Miss on the schedule. Auburn has not won in Athens since 2005. If Alex Golesh finds a way to steal one between the hedges, that instantly becomes a signature moment. But it starts with protection. It starts with quarterback play. And it might just start with Chas Nimrod emerging as the most dangerous weapon on the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 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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