IMPORTANT: Why Auburn's Latest Portal Additions MAKES SENSE | Auburn Tigers Podcast
IMPORTANT: Why Auburn's Latest Portal Additions MAKES SENSE | Auburn Tigers Podcast  
Podcast: Locked On Auburn - Daily Podcast On Auburn Tigers Football & Basketball
Published On: Wed Jan 21 2026
Description: Auburn Tigers signal a strategic shift as Alex Golesh targets portal talent like Kenneth McManus and Kamari Todd, emphasizing depth and future potential. Will these true sophomores become the backbone of Auburn’s quest for bowl eligibility, or will veteran transfers and high-profile recruits dictate the pace? The spotlight intensifies on key position battles—particularly at quarterback, where Tristan Tia and Lachlan Hewlett prepare for a pivotal spring faceoff. Zac Blackerby breaks down Auburn’s evolving roster, exploring how under-the-radar additions from Akron, Chattanooga, and elsewhere may redefine competition in 2026. Insights cover standout sophomores Omar Mabson and Jared Smith, with sharp analysis on Golesh’s approach to fit and development. Whether Auburn can secure a breakout season hinges on these moves and the results of upcoming practice battles. Which backup will rise—Tia or Hewlett—and what does this mean for the Tigers’ future?Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.