Cole Best Joins Auburn, Aims to Lead Offensive Line

0:00On March 19th, Cole Best, a 6-foot-4, 315-pound center, has joined Auburn after five seasons at South Florida. He followed head coach Alex Golesch and 12 former teammates, including 10-on-office, to tackle the challenges of the Southeastern Conference. Best earned, third team all-conference honors last year, and now aims to lead Auburn's offensive line. Earlier this week, Best hit the field for his first spring practice with the Tigers. Most of the familiar faces from South Florida, things clicked right away, unlike his messy first day in that offense back in Tampa. He called it exciting, with plenty to build on as the group gels quickly. Best brings a strong drive, motivated to prove himself in this tougher league. He's focused on building trust through real relationships and setting a high standard from the moment players walk in the door. Team mates appreciate his energy, which keeps rising all day. He's especially high on quarterback Byron Brown, his former South Florida teaming, praising

1:00his leadership and constant positivity off the field. That bond makes blocking for him even more motivating. Best is also mentoring young Lyman like 17-year-old Kale Ellis, and sophomore transfer, Kenneth McManus. With his experience from 39 games, Best has thrilled for another season in the SEC, helping the offensive line unite as a tight unit ready to.