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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.

  1. 20H AGO

    Alex Golesh Isn’t Backing | Down Byrum Brown and Alex Golesh vs Alabama | Auburn Football Podcast

    Alex Golesh made it clear during recent media appearances that Auburn football is entering a completely new era, and not everybody is buying in just yet. On today’s Auburn Express, the conversation dives into why Golesh continues distancing himself from Auburn’s recent failures and why that mentality could actually be exactly what this program needs heading into 2026. There has been a lot of discussion surrounding Golesh’s past matchups against Alabama while at USF, especially with Byrum Brown now expected to lead Auburn’s offense. But does any of that really matter once the Iron Bowl arrives? This episode breaks down why previous losses can actually become valuable lessons and how Auburn’s upgraded roster could completely change the equation this season. The show also takes a deeper look at something Auburn fans have been desperate to see for years: player development. One of the biggest criticisms during the previous coaching regime was the lack of offensive growth despite improved recruiting classes and transfer portal additions. That’s where the expectations for Alex Golesh become very clear. Auburn does not just need talent acquisition anymore. Auburn needs players to actually improve week after week and year after year. There is also discussion about why coaches must evolve just like players do. Golesh openly acknowledging that he has not accomplished anything at Auburn yet may actually be one of the strongest signs that he understands what this job truly requires. Auburn fans have heard promises before, but this situation feels different because of the willingness to adapt and grow. If Auburn finally gets consistent quarterback play, offensive development, and a staff willing to evolve, this program could look completely different much sooner than many expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    26 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Auburn’s Next Recruiting Avalanche Is Coming | Auburn Football Podcast

    Auburn football recruiting is starting to heat up and this conversation dives deep into why the current trajectory under Alex Golesh may actually be ahead of schedule compared to what Hugh Freeze inherited during his first recruiting cycle on the Plains. Mike Gittens and Kyle Rush break down Auburn’s recruiting momentum, the importance of portal additions, and why fans may be overreacting to the current number of commitments in the 2027 recruiting class. The discussion compares Hugh Freeze’s highly praised 2024 recruiting class featuring names like Cam Coleman, Perry Thompson, Demarcus Riddick, Malcolm Simmons, Bryce Cain, Jamonta Waller, and Walker White against what Alex Golesh has managed to accomplish in a much shorter amount of time. There is also a closer look at key Auburn commits including Myson Johnson Cook, Donovan Moore, Brian Eno Door, and George Lamons Jr as Auburn continues to battle for elite SEC talent. Kyle Rush explains why Auburn fans should focus less on total commitments in May and more on how Auburn traditionally builds momentum during the summer official visit season and Big Cat Weekend. The conversation also covers Auburn’s transfer portal strategy, comparing past additions like Payton Thorne, Rivaldo Fairweather, and Keionte Scott to the current roster construction approach under Alex Golesh. Could Auburn football be setting up another recruiting avalanche? Is this current staff positioned to develop talent better than the previous regime? And which recruit could become the next domino to fall for the Tigers? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know how confident you are in Auburn’s recruiting future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Is Auburn settling for being "3-Star U"?

    Auburn Football has officially landed its first wide receiver commit for the 2027 class: Brylan Oduor out of Riverdale High (TN). But while the coaching staff is celebrating a "massive traits" win, a vocal section of the fanbase is asking a tougher question: is Auburn settling for 3-star recruits? In this episode of The War Rapport, we break down why the "3-Star U" narrative might be missing the bigger picture of Hugh Freeze’s recruiting strategy. We dive deep into Oduor’s elite measurables, including his 11.02 track speed, and discuss why the staff views him as the long-term successor to the "big-bodied X" role currently held by USF transfer Jeremiah Koger. In the first half of today’s show, we discuss: The Brylan Oduor Breakdown: Why his 20.2 yards-per-catch average and multi-sport background make him a "diamond in the rough" evaluation. Recruiting Momentum: How Auburn is capitalizing on A-Day energy to build a foundation for the 2027 class. The 3-Star Debate: Are these "high-level evals" or a sign that Auburn is struggling to land 5-star talent? We look at the data vs. the perception. WR Succession Planning: How Oduor fits into a room that will soon lose veterans like Singleton and Jeremiah Koger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min

  4. 3D AGO

    Has Auburn Found A Gem in Brylan Odour? | Auburn Football Podcast

    Auburn football recruiting continues to build momentum as the Tigers land another wide receiver in the 2027 class. In this episode, the focus is on the newest commit, Brylan Odour, a 6’2”, 205-pound playmaker out of Tennessee who brings size, physicality, and surprising speed to the position. This breakdown dives into what Auburn is doing differently under Alex Golesh and why the coaching staff is prioritizing big-bodied receivers who can win on the outside. There is a clear emphasis on catch radius, physical blocking, and the ability to high-point the football. That profile continues to show up across the recruiting board. The conversation also explores how Auburn is evaluating talent differently. Rather than chasing only the obvious top-tier names, this staff is identifying players early who have the traits to rise in the rankings. With several receivers already showing development this spring, there is growing confidence in the coaching staff’s ability to find and develop talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    26 min

  5. 6D AGO

    Alex Golesh is setting the tone in recruiting

    The 1st 4 recruits of the Alex Golesh era show the time of players that Golesh wants for his future teams. He is making it clear that Auburn will be a physical group. Dukes the Scoop joins to discuss the recruiting wins so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min

  6. APR 30

    Alex Golesh & Auburn Recruiting Momentum: Jaylon Moore Commits

    Is the "Golesh Era" officially picking up steam on the recruiting trail? Host Ike Jones breaks down the latest commitment for the Auburn Tigers as they land their first offensive lineman for the 2027 class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min

  7. APR 29

    Why Alex Golesh HAS BEEN An Improvement Over Hugh Freeze | Auburn Football Podcast

    Auburn football has turned the page, and the energy around the program feels completely different with Alex Golesh now leading the Tigers. In this episode, the conversation centers on what has changed from the Hugh Freeze era to the Alex Golesh era, why the practices feel more intense, and how much Auburn’s offensive identity could shift in 2026. The biggest question is Byrum Brown. Auburn brought in a quarterback with proven production, a 3000 yard passing season, and real rushing ability. Now the question becomes simple. Can that production translate to SEC football? If Byrum Brown raises the floor of this Auburn offense, the Tigers may not need perfection to become a much better football team. With DJ Durkin back leading the defense and a schedule that starts with winnable games before a brutal October stretch, Auburn has a real chance to build early momentum. This is a full Auburn football discussion on Alex Golesh’s practice style, player energy, offensive expectations, defensive confidence, Byrum Brown’s role, and what success should look like in year one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min

  8. APR 28

    Auburn Women's Basketball Roster Breakdown: Season Two Under Coach Larry Vickers

    Ike Jones dives into a deep analysis of the Auburn women's basketball team heading into their second season under Coach Larry Vickers. In this episode, we break down the squad's improved size, interior defense, and rebounding capabilities following key additions in the transfer portal. While questions remain regarding the backcourt and the search for a consistent "alpha" scorer, Ike examines how the team’s new personnel may allow for a more versatile, high-pressure defensive style this season. Key Topics Covered: Frontcourt Additions: Analysis of Jessica Peterman, Quanirah Montague, and other key size acquisitions. Backcourt Outlook: Competing for the point guard position and the development of guards like Phoenix Stotijn and Zahara Bishop. Team Identity: Can this team leverage their improved interior presence and athleticism to overcome last year's scoring and rebounding struggles? Strategic Shifts: How improved roster depth may impact the team’s ability to run a high-pressure, switching defensive system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    26 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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    The War Rapport
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    The War Rapport || Mike G • B Wil • Ike Jones • C-Dub
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
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