Auburn football ranks ninth in SEC according to Phil Steele
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Phil Steele's College Football Preview magazine ranks Auburn football at No. 9 in the SEC for the 2026 season. The Tigers share this position with South Carolina and are entering a new era under head coach Alex Golesh after five consecutive losing seasons. Golesh brings several former players from South Florida, including quarterback Byrum Brown, expected to boost the team's performance. Auburn’s schedule includes significant matchups against Tennessee, Georgia, and Ole Miss, which are anticipated to be critical for their season.
- •Auburn is ranked tied for ninth in the SEC by Phil Steele.
- •The Tigers are coming off five straight losing seasons.
- •Head coach Alex Golesh is implementing a new strategy.
- •Quarterback Byrum Brown joins from South Florida.
- •Auburn faces tough opponents including Tennessee and Georgia.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Auburn football earns a second-tier SEC ranking from Phil Steele
"The recent edition of Phil Steele's College Football Preview magazine ranks SEC teams for the 2026 season. Where does Auburn check in?
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