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Auburn Freshman Simon Walker Undergoes Right-Foot Surgery With Return Expected This Season

Coach Steven Pearl called the injury a minor setback during preseason preparations.

Overview

  • The program said Walker had a successful procedure on Tuesday to repair a right-foot injury.
  • He is expected to make a full recovery and rejoin the team later in the 2025–26 season.
  • Walker, a 6-foot-4 guard from Huntsville, is part of a newcomer-heavy roster that includes three freshmen.
  • Auburn opens with an Oct. 15 exhibition against Oklahoma State in Birmingham.
  • As a recruit, he was ranked No. 156 nationally and No. 2 in Alabama by 247Sports.