Overview

• Arnold has taken all first-team reps in fall camp and is poised to start Auburn’s season opener against Baylor on August 29.
• Quarterbacks coach Kent Austin highlighted Arnold’s unexpected speed and strength and confirmed plans to deploy him in designed run packages.
• CBS analyst Rick Neuheisel and ESPN’s Rece Davis have praised Arnold as a top newcomer and potential sleeper in Hugh Freeze’s offense.
• Critics have flagged turnover concerns based on Freeze’s history of high interception rates and warned of amplified stakes in a make-or-break season.
• Head coach Hugh Freeze admitted frustration during a hat-slamming incident in practice but said the offense has found a steady groove as it shifts into game-week preparation.