WILD: Byrum Brown's Two Picks At A-Day Are WAY Overblown

WILD: Byrum Brown's Two Picks At A-Day Are WAY Overblown

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

April 19, 2026 · 29 min · Episode 2888

About this episode

The episode analyzes Byrum Brown's performance at A-Day, discussing the implications for Auburn's quarterback situation and other key team dynamics.

Auburn Tigers fans are buzzing after Byrum Brown’s two-interception showing at A-Day, but is the criticism missing the real story? Zac Blackerby and Darrell Dapprich break down Brown’s performance, putting context around his turnovers, and explore what his mobility and decision-making mean for Auburn’s quarterback outlook this season. The episode spotlights standout moments from Jared Smith and examines the rapid tempo of Coach Alex Golesh’s offense—evoking memories of the Gus Malzahn era. Key topics include Jo Simmons’ readiness to anchor the offensive line, emerging depth across the line, and a tight end group full of versatile options like Jake Johnson and Arlis Boardingham. The hosts debate the evolving wide receiver pecking order, rookie and transfer potential, and what Auburn’s spring game reveals about defensive strength. With fresh perspectives on Golesh’s coaching philosophy and Auburn’s recruiting push, listeners get a comprehensive look at the Tigers’ path forward.

People in this episode

Host: Zac Blackerby

Topics covered

  • Byrum Brown
  • A-Day
  • quarterback outlook
  • offensive line
  • tight ends
  • wide receiver pecking order
  • defensive strength
  • coaching philosophy
  • recruiting

Keywords

  • Auburn Tigers
  • football
  • spring game
  • Coach Alex Golesh
  • Gus Malzahn

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