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Auburn Shuffles Backfield for South Alabama With Robinson Out and Alston a Game-Time Call

Jeremiah Cobb is expected to lead the carries, with Auburn prioritizing cleaner pass protection before its SEC opener.

Overview

  • Hugh Freeze said Durell Robinson Jr. needed a Birmingham procedure for a severe postgame thigh issue and will be out for a period of time.
  • Damari Alston practiced in a non-contact jersey and remains a game-time decision for Saturday’s homecoming matchup.
  • True freshmen Omar Mabson II and Alvin Henderson, along with walk-on Justin Jones, were readied to bolster depth behind Cobb.
  • Coaches emphasized better pass protection after six sacks were allowed against Ball State despite 531 rushing yards through two games.
  • Auburn hosts South Alabama on Sept. 13 at 11:45 a.m. CT on SEC Network, facing a Jaguars offense that produced 421 yards vs. Tulane and possible defensive absences for Blayne Myrick and Ty Goodwill.