Auburn tight end Jake Johnson seeks starting role in senior season

Heading into the 2026 football season, Auburn's tight end Jake Johnson aims to secure a consistent starting role. Johnson, who has played in over 40 games during his college career, primarily with Texas A&M and North Carolina, has managed only nine starts thus far. With increased competition from transfers Jonathan Echols and Arlis Boardingham, he will need to showcase his reliability as a target, having recorded no drops and successful contested catches last season. Auburn football prepares for the upcoming season with high expectations for Johnson as he enters his final year of collegiate eligibility.

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