The mention of lingering back issues stems from a serious health incident during Freeze's tenure at Liberty, when a life-threatening staph infection in 2019 left him hospitalized and temporarily unable to walk. He famously coached that season opener from a hospital bed stationed in the press box, communicating with his staff via headset.

Omar Mabson II, a local product and late addition to Auburn's 2025 recruiting class, is standing out in early camp practices.

Fall practice is underway at Auburn, and a lot of attention is on the 2025 edition of the Tigers. Auburn fans are hoping for a big year that results in the program making strides in the right direction. The Tigers have had four straight losing seasons, which is something the faithful are not accustomed to.