# BREAKING: Layton von Brandt Picks Auburn, Alex Golesh Gets Massive Win

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Podcast: [Locked On Auburn -  Daily Podcast On Auburn Tigers Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-auburn-daily-podcast-on-auburn-tigers-football-basketball-50079)
Published: 2026-05-18T13:06:46+00:00
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Auburn Tigers land a massive recruiting victory as elite offensive tackle Layton Von Brandt commits, turning the momentum in a heated battle against Notre Dame and Miami. Is this the start of an elite offensive line resurgence on the Plains? Zac Blackerby and Darrell Dapprich break down how Auburn’s late surge and savvy recruiting strategy secured one of the nation’s top linemen, despite Von Brandt never visiting during Big Cat Weekend. Key topics include Von Brandt’s impressive national ranking, the strategic NIL maneuvers by Auburn’s staff, and parallels with recent recruiting wins like Myson Johnson-Cook. The discussion spotlights the pivotal role of head coach Alex Golesh, potential future targets like Karlos May, and what this means for Auburn’s future in SEC football. Can Auburn maintain this momentum and challenge the dominance of Georgia and Alabama on the recruiting trail?

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