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Auburn Transfers Shine in SEC Preview
28 Jun
Summary
- Byrum Brown ranked No. 2 for his impressive dual-threat capabilities.
- Cody Sigler is No. 9 for his disruptive play at over 300 pounds.
- Other former Tigers, Coleman and Woodyard, also received praise.
Auburn's upcoming season will feature a significantly revamped roster, with new coaching and a host of transfer portal additions. Among these newcomers, quarterback Byrum Brown and defensive lineman Cody Sigler have garnered significant praise from ESPN college football writer Bill Connelly, who ranked them among his top incoming SEC transfers. Brown, a transfer from USF, secured the No. 2 spot. He brings a strong dual-threat pedigree, having amassed over 4,200 yards and 42 touchdowns last season, with career totals exceeding 7,690 passing and 2,265 rushing yards.
Cody Sigler, a defensive lineman from Arkansas State, was ranked No. 9. Connelly highlighted Sigler's impressive stats—including seven tackles for loss and five sacks in 2025—despite weighing over 300 pounds. This ability to be a playmaker at his size is expected to create significant challenges for SEC offensive lines. Sigler's journey from Division 2 West Alabama to Arkansas State has prepared him for the SEC stage.
Beyond Brown and Sigler, other former Auburn players also made Connelly's list. Wide receiver Cam Coleman, now at Texas, was ranked No. 5, with hopes that consistent quarterback play will improve his performance. Linebacker Robert Woodyard Jr. also appeared at No. 10, expected to contribute to Missouri's defense.
