Auburn Lands Arkansas State DL Cody Sigler as First Defensive-Line Portal Addition

A compressed Jan. 2–16 transfer window is driving Auburn’s rapid defensive overhaul after major roster losses.

Overview

Cody Sigler signed with Auburn from Arkansas State, with multiple outlets reporting the move as the Tigers’ first defensive-line transfer of this cycle.
Sigler posted 35 tackles, seven tackles for loss, six pass deflections and five sacks in 2025 and earned All–Sun Belt recognition.
The New Hope, Alabama, native began his career at Division II West Alabama and visited Auburn the prior weekend before signing.
Auburn is replenishing a front that lost nine defensive linemen from the 2025 roster through eligibility and portal exits.
The transfer portal opened Jan. 2 and runs through Jan. 16, and reporting indicates Auburn plans additional defensive-line pickups during this window.