UH OH? In-State Recruiting Is Slipping For Everyone And It Could Be Good For Auburn

UH OH? In-State Recruiting Is Slipping For Everyone And It Could Be Good For Auburn

From Locked On Auburn - Daily Podcast On Auburn Tigers Football & Basketball by Locked On Podcast Network, Zac Blackerby

April 23, 2026 · 25 min · Episode 2895

About this episode

The episode discusses Auburn's shifting recruiting strategy in response to in-state prospects leaving and the impact of NIL on their approach.

Auburn Tigers shift recruiting strategy as in-state prospects exit, hinting at a new era under Alex Golesh. Can Auburn outmaneuver SEC rivals like Alabama and Georgia by prioritizing value over splashy NIL deals? Zac Blackerby and Brian Smith spotlight how NIL money and locker room culture are reshaping Auburn’s approach, especially at premium positions like quarterback, edge, and offensive tackle. The episode spotlights emerging talent—tight end George Lamons Jr.’s athletic upside and redshirt freshman quarterback Tristan Ti'a’s impressive A-Day performance. Will Ti'a’s development change Auburn’s future portal plans? Key discussion points also include the importance of recruiting offensive linemen, handling NIL challenges, and what Auburn needs to keep up with top-spending programs like Miami, Texas A&M, and Oregon. Is a balanced, culture-driven roster Auburn's best bet to compete in a turbulent college football landscape?

People in this episode

Host: Zac Blackerby

Topics covered

  • in-state recruiting
  • NIL deals
  • Auburn Tigers
  • quarterback development
  • offensive linemen
  • college football landscape

Keywords

  • recruiting strategy
  • Alex Golesh
  • emerging talent
  • George Lamons Jr.
  • Tristan Ti'a
  • locker room culture

Mentioned in this episode

Products: NIL, quarterback, edge, offensive tackle

Places: Georgia

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