# Xavier Atkins Rising Star at Auburn

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Podcast: [Auburn Tigers Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/auburn-tigers-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7472812)
Published: 2026-06-10T02:16:29+00:00
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Xavier Atkins, the surprise Auburn transfer from LSU, exploded onto the scene last year with All-SEC-level play, leaving scouts wondering if he’d bolt again — but he’s staying, thanks to D.J. Durkin’s return. Now a cornerstone of Auburn’s defense, Atkins is ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg’s top non-quarterback playmaker to watch in 2026. Despite being undersized, his explosive speed lets him blitz QBs and dominate the backfield. He led the SEC with 17 tackles for loss, added 9 sacks, 7 hurries, 2 forced fumbles, and an interception — while topping Auburn’s tackle charts. Coach Alex Golesh calls him an All-American in the making, perfectly suited for their system and growing into a leader. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d23265116842ae25

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