The Auburn Tigers closed a season of transition under new coach Alex Golesh, navigating a changing roster and fresh expectations. The offense showed flashes but lacked consistency. Auburn now turns to the offseason and the transfer portal reopening on January 2.

Simmons’ announcement was a hit to Auburn’s offense, especially after his performances to end the season. The sophomore receiver’s usage went down in 2025, but he caught eight passes for 292 yards and two touchdowns across Auburn’s final two games.

An Auburn Tigers edge who has connections to the SEC's Florida Gators has entered the college transfer portal.

Amaris Williams and Jamonta Waller both announced transfer plans Friday, bringing the program to 19 outgoing players.

The NCAA transfer portal window opens each year to allow student-athletes to change schools, but the exact start date was not provided in the information above. Reports only note that players will enter “once it opens.

Auburn football defensive lineman Malik Blocton, a two-year starter for the Tigers, announced his plans to transfer on Thursday.

Alex Golesh has discovered universal affection for the program during roster meetings, even as 12 players prepare to enter the transfer portal in January 2026.