Jonathan Echols competes for starting tight end role at Auburn
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Jonathan Echols is a key contender for Auburn's starting tight end position as the 2026 football season approaches. Standing at 6'6" and weighing 235 pounds, Echols brings significant experience after playing at USF, where he recorded 10 catches for 168 yards and 4 touchdowns over two seasons. He is competing against Jake Johnson and Arlis Boardingham for the starting role, a battle that remains highly competitive during fall camp. His performance in training may determine if he secures the position by the season opener.
- •Echols transferred from USF to Auburn this summer
- •He caught 9 passes for 109 yards last season
- •Echols faces competition from two other tight ends
- •His future performance will be evaluated during fall camp.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Player profile: Jonathan Echols' size makes him a top offensive threat
"Jonathan Echols' size makes him a strong candidate to win Auburn's starting tight end job. Will he emerge as the winning candidate?
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