The College Loop

ESPN has released its latest FPI projections, including Auburn Football's win probability for every game on the 2026 schedule. Are the Tigers being underrated, overrated, or projected just right? We'll break down every matchup, discuss where the biggest surprises are, and see what ESPN believes Auburn's final record will be under Alex Golesh.

Plus, the "Way Too Early" season preview series continues as we take an in-depth look at Auburn's road trip to Tennessee. Can Byrum Brown and the Tigers pull off one of their toughest challenges of the season? We'll examine key matchups, storylines, strengths and weaknesses, and what Auburn must do to leave Knoxville with a win.

🏈Topics:

• ESPN FPI predicts every Auburn game

• Auburn's projected 2026 record

• Biggest overrated and underrated win probabilities

• Way Too Early Preview: Auburn at Tennessee

• Key matchups, players to watch, and early prediction

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop!

If you enjoy Auburn Football news, analysis, recruiting coverage, game previews, and SEC discussion, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of The College Loop.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #AlexGolesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The countdown to the 2026 college football season continues as Auburn heads to SEC Media Days in Tampa.

Head coach Alex Golesh will be joined by quarterback Byrum Brown, defensive back Champ Anthony, and kicker Alex McPherson to represent the Tigers. What questions must they answer before fall camp begins? What can Auburn accomplish by setting the right tone in front of the national media?

Plus, we continue our Way Too Early Season Preview Series by breaking down Auburn's matchup with Vanderbilt. Can the Tigers avoid a trap game in SEC play, and what challenges will the Commodores present?

We also discuss Auburn Baseball's newest assistant coach, Nick Ammirati, who joins Butch Thompson's staff after serving as Georgia's hitting coach, replacing Gabe Gross as the Tigers' hitting coach.

Today's Topics:

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop!

If you enjoy Auburn Football news, analysis, recruiting coverage, game previews, and SEC discussion, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of The College Loop.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #AlexGolesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Auburn has added another piece to its 2027 recruiting class as 3-star safety James Branch commits to Alex Golesh and the Tigers. We break down what the St. Frances Academy standout brings to Auburn's defense, why this commitment matters, and what could be next on the recruiting trail.

We also continue our Way Too Early Season Preview series by taking a first look at Auburn vs. Florida. Can the Tigers win what could be Alex Golesh's first SEC game, and which matchups will decide it?

Plus, we react to the Athlon Sports Preseason All-SEC Teams, featuring Xavier Atkins, Rayshawn Pleasant, Jeremiah Cobb, and Cody Sigler, before discussing the impact of the MLB Draft on Auburn Baseball after several Tigers were selected.

🏈 In today's episode:• James Branch commits to Auburn• What the newest safety brings to the Tigers• Auburn vs. Florida Way Too Early Preview• Athlon Sports Preseason All-SEC Team reactions• Auburn Baseball's MLB Draft losses

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop!

If you enjoy Auburn Football news, analysis, recruiting coverage, game previews, and SEC discussion, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of The College Loop.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #AlexGolesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on The College Loop, we react to ESPN's newly released 2026 Preseason FPI Top 25 and discuss what Auburn's ranking says about expectations heading into Alex Golesh's first season on the Plains.

Then, we tackle one of the biggest questions surrounding Auburn Football in 2026: Is Byrum Brown the best quarterback Auburn will face all season? We go game-by-game through the Tigers' schedule, comparing Brown to every opposing starting quarterback and determining where Auburn has the edge under center.

Finally, we continue our Way-Too-Early Season Preview series with a first look at Southern Miss. We break down the Golden Eagles, highlight key players to watch, identify strengths and weaknesses, and discuss what Auburn needs to do to start the season 2-0.

🏈 In this episode:

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop!

If you enjoy Auburn Football news, analysis, recruiting coverage, game previews, and SEC discussion, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of The College Loop.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #AlexGolesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Way Too Early Season Preview series begins!

This week on The College Loop, we're taking our first deep dive into Auburn's 2026 season opener against Baylor. We break down what has changed for the Bears, key matchups to watch, biggest strengths and weaknesses, and whether Auburn should be favored in Atlanta.

Then, we shift our focus back to the Tigers by ranking every Auburn position group entering the 2026 season. Which unit is the strongest? Which groups still have the biggest question marks? And where do the quarterbacks, offensive line, receivers, secondary, and defensive front stack up before fall camp?

🏈 In this episode:

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop!

Subscribe to The College Loop for weekly Auburn football coverage, recruiting updates, SEC analysis, game previews, and everything surrounding the Tigers throughout the 2026 season.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #AlexGolesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who are the five newcomers that will determine Auburn Football's success in 2026?

In this episode of The College Loop, we're breaking down the 5 newcomers that could make or break Auburn's season, including the players who must make an immediate impact for Alex Golesh and the Tigers to compete in the SEC.

Byrum Brown is a gimme, but what other transfers or true freshmen could join the list of potential game breakers?

Then, we take a temperature check on every game on Auburn's 2026 schedule, discussing which matchups feel like comfortable wins, toss-ups, potential upsets, and the biggest challenges standing between Auburn and a successful first season under Golesh.

Do you agree with our list? Which game worries you the most? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop!

Which Auburn player do YOU think will have a breakout season in 2026?

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #AlexGolesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The College Loop, we're breaking down Auburn's newest commitments, including:

🐅 4-Star EDGE James Pace III – One of the nation's top pass rushers from Maryland.

🐅 4-Star WR Deshawn Hall – A 6-foot-5 playmaker from Prattville with elite athleticism and huge upside.

🐅 4-Star DL Nate Kamba – A dominant interior force from North Carolina.

🐅 3-Star RB Khamoni Williams – A versatile back who flipped from West Virginia.

🐅 3-Star EDGE Rion Jackson – An explosive pass rusher with elite closing speed.

🐅 3-Star S Knyair Crumb – A ball-hawking defensive back from DeMatha Catholic.

🐅 3-Star WR Cedrick Simmons – One of Alabama's most productive athletes after leading the state in receiving yards.

🐅 Nasir Banks and Preston Williams – Two versatile athletes with intriguing upside.

We'll also discuss what the decommitment of Kingston Miles means for Auburn moving forward and why this recruiting class is proving that Alex Golesh and his staff can recruit with anyone in the country.

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #AlexGolesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big Cat Weekend is here, and Auburn Tigers football is already building momentum on the recruiting trail. In today’s episode of The College Loop, we break down Auburn landing an extremely athletic linebacker in the 2027 recruiting class and what this commitment could mean for the future of the defense.

We’ll discuss why this pickup matters so early in the cycle, how the Tigers are recruiting under the current staff, and why Big Cat Weekend continues to be one of the most important recruiting events on Auburn’s calendar. Plus, we’ll look at what other names Auburn fans should watch moving forward as recruiting momentum continues to build on the Plains.

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #Alex Golesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we react to the official kickoff time announcement for Auburn Football’s Week 1 showdown against Baylor and explain why this game could end up being one of the most important games of the entire 2026 season.

We take an early look at the matchup, discuss why the opener matters so much for Alex Golesh and the Tigers, and break down what a win — or loss — could mean for Auburn’s momentum heading into SEC play. From quarterback expectations to national perception, recruiting buzz, and the pressure surrounding this new era of Auburn Football, there is a LOT riding on Week 1.

Can Auburn make a statement right out of the gate against Baylor? Or is this game carrying more danger than fans realize?

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #Alex Golesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of The College Loop, we react to a HUGE recruiting win for Auburn Tigers football as the Tigers land 2027 quarterback Gary Chatman Jr. Did Auburn just find its next star QB? We break down what Chatman brings to the table, why this commitment matters so early in the cycle, and what it says about the future direction of Auburn Football recruiting.

Plus, we recap another massive weekend for Auburn Athletics as Auburn Tigers baseball secures its SIXTH straight SEC series victory and continues building momentum toward the postseason. We also discuss Auburn Tigers softball making noise in the SEC Tournament by playing spoiler before falling short against Florida Gators softball.

We also preview what’s ahead for Auburn Tigers men's golf as Regionals approach and discuss Auburn Tigers women's tennis preparing for the NCAA Championship run.

All that and more on today’s episode of The College Loop.

-

Follow the Socials:

Dylan:

https://twitter.com/yaboithetank 

https://www.youtube.com/@tanktalksmovies?sub_confirmation=1 

TCL:

https://twitter.com/TheCollegeLoop 

https://www.instagram.com/thecollegeloop/ 

https://www.facebook.com/thecollegeloop 

https://open.spotify.com/show/2AUNlqiaUbB6PQBZmAEZVY?si=f5e7da56d1a54274 

-

Check out the Merch:

Feeling Loopy shirt: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/feelin-loopy-t-shirt 

TCL Dad Hat: https://the-war-rapport-shop.myshopify.com/products/college-loop-dad-hat 

-

TAGS:

#Auburn #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #FeelinLoopy #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #Alex Golesh #ByrumBrown #StevenPearl #TahaadPettiford

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices