Five Auburn Tigers named to Phil Steele's Preseason All-SEC honors
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Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Xavier Atkins, Jeremiah Cobb, Rayshawn Pleasant, Hudson Powell, and Jo Simmons from Auburn secured spots on Phil Steele's Preseason All-SEC teams for the 2026 season. Atkins and Pleasant made first-team defense, while Powell was named second-team for special teams, and Cobb and Simmons earned fourth-team offensive recognition. These selections reflect strong performances in previous seasons, with Atkins totaling 84 tackles and nine sacks last year. Auburn's season opener is against Baylor in Atlanta on September 5, under new head coach Alex Golesh.
- •Atkins and Pleasant are recognized on the first-team defense.
- •Powell honored on second-team for special teams.
- •Cobb and Simmons receive fourth-team offensive accolades.
- •Auburn opens season against Baylor on September 5.
- •New head coach Alex Golesh leads the Tigers in 2026.
- 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — Five Auburn Tigers earn Phil Steele's Preseason All-SEC honors
"Phil Steele's places five Tigers in his Preseason All-SEC Honors for the 2026 season.
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