"Malik had this humility about him also, even though he carried this great confidence," Freeze said Wednesday. "I think Deuce has that same mentality."

A few targets committed elsewhere — Na’eem Offord, Zion Grady and Ousmane Kromah – did not end up signing with Auburn, but in all, the Tigers were able to retain most of their commitments and flip three-star defensive lineman Darrion Smith from Tennessee.

Auburn signed a 25-player class of high school players — largely filled with 2025 high school seniors from the home state of Alabama.

It’s finally National Signing Day! Auburn’s tremendous 2025 recruiting class will cross the finish line. There are still decisions to be made. The Tigers are possibly adding or losing commitments. Auburn On SI will track each prospect with updates throughout the day and bring breaking news from across the SEC and college football.