Auburn football outlines special teams candidates for return game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 7:22 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Auburn football's special teams coordinator Jacob Bronowski discussed the team’s return game on August 12. Rayshawn Pleasant is positioned as the primary kick returner after earning All-American honors at Tulane. The punt return competition includes Christian Neptune, Bryce Cain, and freshman DeShawn Spencer. Bronowski highlighted the contributions of running back Alvin Henderson and cornerback Scrap Richardson, both of whom have stood out in special teams practice.
- •Rayshawn Pleasant expected to lead as Auburn's kick returner.
- •Christian Neptune shows promise despite recent injury setbacks.
- •Bryce Cain and DeShawn Spencer are competing for the punt return role.
- •Alvin Henderson and Scrap Richardson noted as standout special teams players.
- •Auburn's special teams progress discussed during preseason preparations.
- 7:22 PMYahoo Sports — What to know about Auburn football's candidates at kick, punt return
"Auburn football special teams coordinator Jacob Bronowski provided some insight Wednesday into how the return game is shaping up.
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