Auburn Tigers football is making moves, with both the quarterback room and the recruiting class looking as strong as ever. In today’s Auburn Tigers news, the buzz revolves around quarterback Jackson Arnold, who has earned a spot in 247Sports’ top 10 quarterbacks for 2025, and 5-star wide receiver Tristen Keys, who is set to visit for Junior Day this weekend.
After a major offseason overhaul in the quarterback room, Auburn is gearing up for the 2025 season with a strong lineup under center. Following the departure of quarterbacks Holden Geriner, Walker White, and Hank Brown, and the end of Payton Thorne’s eligibility, the Tigers have brought in three quarterbacks from the transfer portal: Jackson Arnold, Ashton Daniels, and Tanner Bailey. In addition to these transfers, incoming freshman 5-star QB Deuce Knight is also expected to compete for a starting spot.
Jackson Arnold, who transferred from Oklahoma, has quickly earned the respect of analysts and fans alike. 247Sports recently ranked Arnold as the No. 10 quarterback for the 2025 season, and many predict him to be Auburn’s starter next year. Arnold’s potential to thrive at Auburn is amplified by the Tigers’ explosive wide receiving corps, which will return key playmakers along with some new faces via the transfer portal. As 247Sports’ Brad Crawford noted, Arnold will benefit from this potent offense, as well as a stronger offensive line.
Meanwhile, Auburn’s recruiting efforts are heating up with the highly anticipated Junior Day event this weekend. One of the standout visitors will be 5-star wide receiver Tristen Keys from Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Keys, ranked as the No. 2 WR in the 2026 class, will be visiting Auburn alongside several other high-profile recruits. With over 20 offers and his top 12 including Auburn, Alabama, LSU, and others, Keys’ visit could be a game-changer for the Tigers’ recruiting class.
With an exciting quarterback on the horizon and top-tier recruits visiting, Auburn football is heading into 2025 with serious momentum.