Auburn dismisses linebacker Xavier Atkins after suspension amid disciplinary issues
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 4:32 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Auburn has reportedly dismissed star linebacker Xavier Atkins after he missed a recent game due to a disciplinary suspension. Head coach Alex Golesh announced the decision following Atkins's absence during the Tigers' upset victory over Georgia. Atkins was an All-American last season and had contributed significantly to the team this year. Details surrounding the suspension remain unclear as the team opts to keep the matter internal. Auburn improves to 4-2 following the win over Georgia, with kicker Alex McPherson's field goal delivering the 27-24 score.
- •Xavier Atkins dismissed from Auburn after a disciplinary suspension.
- •Atkins missed Auburn's recent win over Georgia due to the suspension.
- •He was an All-American last season with 84 tackles and 17 tackles for loss.
- •Auburn kicker Alex McPherson kicked a game-winning field goal against Georgia.
- •Auburn is now 4-2 after defeating the then-No. 1 Georgia.
- 5:22 AMESPN — Sources: Auburn dismisses star linebacker Atkins
- 3:53 AMYahoo Sports — Auburn reportedly dismisses star LB Xavier Atkins after suspension, missing upset win over Georgia
"Xavier Atkins was reportedly suspended due to a disciplinary issue, and is now out at Auburn just six games into the season.
"Xavier Atkins was suspended for Auburn's win over then-No. 1 Georgia on Saturday, and his status had been uncertain.
Sources
External links- ESPNOct 20, 2026, 5:22 AMSources: Auburn dismisses star linebacker Atkins
Xavier Atkins was suspended for Auburn's win over then-No. 1 Georgia on Saturday, and his status had been uncertain.
- Yahoo SportsOct 20, 2026, 3:53 AMAuburn reportedly dismisses star LB Xavier Atkins after suspension, missing upset win over Georgia
Xavier Atkins was reportedly suspended due to a disciplinary issue, and is now out at Auburn just six games into the season.
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