Auburn's Stacked RB Room Primed for Heavy Run Game

0:00On April 7th, Auburn's got a stacked running back room heading into 2026, with senior Jeremiah Cobb leading the pack as the expected starter. This 5 foot 11-200-pound back already has over 1200 rushing yards and 9 total touchdowns from his Tigers career, giving the planes a reliable lead dog. New running backs coach Larry Porter brings fresh energy after coaching at West Virginia, and he's no stranger to Auburn. He was on staff here from. 2017 to 2020. He's got transfers like junior Bryson Washington from Baylor, who's piled up nearly 2,000 yards and 18 scores, plus senior Tay Meadows. From Troy and sophomore Nakahai Davenport, from South Florida, all battling for backup spots. The returners add even more depth, including sophomore Omar Mabson the second, Redshire freshman Alvin Henderson, sophomore Cole Gamble, and junior Chris Burnett. That makes 8 backs total, with a bunch of sophomores ready to grow into key roles down

1:02the line. Meanwhile, head coach Alex Galesh laid it out clear in his February 4th presser, they're going to run the ball heavy, no matter the league. It's been his blueprint as a coach and coordinator, starting every offense with a strong ground game. With this talent and Porter's guidance, Auburn's rushing attack looks prime to pound defenses and build momentum for the future. That's your update from Auburn Tigers football news today, powered by AI, I'm Corey with The Story.