The Auburn Tigers have made a strong start in the 2026 recruiting class, securing a notable group of prospects. According to On3 Sports, Auburn ranks fifth in the nation with an average recruit rating of 90.98. The Tigers hold the fourth-highest overall recruiting class for 2026 and are second in the SEC.
Currently, Auburn has six commitments for the class, including four-star edge rusher Hezekiah Harris, four-star receiver Devin Carter, four-star linebackers Shadarius Toodle and JaMichael Garrett, four-star receiver Denairius Gray, and three-star safety Wayne Henry.
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Hugh Freeze enters his third season as Auburn’s head coach after a disappointing 5-7 finish in 2024. However, Freeze led Auburn to the Music City Bowl in 2023, where they lost to Maryland 31-13.
Auburn’s 2026 recruiting class is off to a strong start, with the highest-rated recruits being Hezekiah Harris, Devin Carter, and Shadarius Toodle. All three rank among the top 12 at their respective positions and are in the top 100 nationally.
Since taking over at Auburn in 2023, Freeze has had success on the recruiting trail. His 2024 class, ranked eighth nationally and fifth in the SEC, featured five-star receiver Cam Coleman, four-star receiver Perry Thompson, and four-star edge rusher Amaris Williams. Freeze’s 2025 class mirrors the success of the previous year, with headliners like five-star quarterback Deuce Knight, four-star defensive lineman Malik Autry, and four-star edge rusher Jared Smith.
Currently, Auburn’s 2026 class ranks fifth nationally, behind LSU, USC, and Oregon. Oregon leads with the most commits, having secured 10 players. Auburn’s journey into year three under Freeze begins on August 30 against Baylor.
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