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247sports.com Transfer portal Auburn Nebraska lead college footballs top 10 quarterbackneedy teams Grant Hughes 19–24 minutes Transfer portal: Auburn, Nebraska lead college football's top 10 quarterback-needy teams These teams are expected to be big players for quarterbacks this offseason. The college football transfer portal opened earlier this week, and more than 50 quarterbacks are already searching for new teams. There's a massive amount of passing talent up for grabs, and 247Sports national recruiting analyst Clint Brewster ranked the 10 teams in most need of a difference maker at quarterback this offseason. First-year head coaches at Auburn and Nebraska used the portal to find starting quarterbacks last offseason, and the results fell short of expectations. Hugh Freeze and Matt Rhule are expected to dip back into the transfer pool this offseason and are among the nation's biggest players in the transfer quarterback market. Other teams like Notre Dame, Miami and Kentucky faced attrition in their quarterback rooms this offseason and are a signal caller away from competing at the conference and national level. Brewster helps break down which teams are the most quarterback-needy this offseason and whether they're attractive destinations for some of the portal's biggest names. Get the latest football and basketball transfer portal news from 247Sports. Here are college football's top 10 quarterback-needy teams, ranked: 10. Mississippi State (Photo: Dana Robertson, 247Sports) Starting quarterback Will Rogers is in the transfer portal as Mississippi State overhauls the program following Zach Arnett’s firing. Rogers’ backups, Mike Wright and Chris Parson, combined for three passing touchdowns against six interceptions this season. The decommitment of 2024 quarterback commit Josh Flowers further heightens the Bulldogs’ need for a transfer quarterback this offseason. The hiring of an offensive-minded coach in Jeff Lebby makes Mississippi State a more attractive destination than it was this time last year. 9. Miami Hurricanes (Photo: Getty) Starting quarterback Tyler Van Dyke entered the transfer portal last week, leaving sophomore Jaccuri Brown and freshman Emory Williams as the most experienced signal-callers on the Hurricanes' roster. "Miami lost Tyler Van Dyke to the transfer portal but has two young signal-callers with some experience on the roster in Jaccuri Brown and Emory Williams," Brewster said. "The Hurricanes and Mario Cristobal face a make-or-break season in 2024 and need a top-tier quarterback to lead them. Cam Ward, Will Howard, Dante Moore, and Kyle McCord have been mentioned by some as possibilities for the 'Canes." 8. Notre Dame Fighting Irish (Photo: Cory Fravel, 247Sports) Sam Hartman's college career is over, and there's not much experience behind him in the Fighting Irish's quarterback room. Notre Dame sits No. 9 in the nation in scoring offense under first-year offensive coordinator Gerad Parker but has faced an exodus at wide receiver. The Irish need an elite quarterback to elevate the unit and are in a good position to add one of the portal's top names, according to Brewster. "Notre Dame is in a position to add Riley Leonard, which looks like a perfect match coming from Duke," Brewster said. "Leonard brings a dynamic element to the offense with his athleticism and arm talent. Leonard is still an ascending passer and has the leadership qualities that coaches covet. We love Leonard's competitiveness and smarts at quarterback." 7. Oklahoma State Cowboys (Photo: NATHAN J. FISH/THE OKLAHOMAN-USA TODAY NETWORK, Getty) Oklahoma State is on the cusp of a 10-win season despite shaky play from transfer quarterback Alan Bowman, who has thrown for 3,058 yards and 13 touchdowns with 12 interceptions this season. He has the option to apply for a seventh year of eligibility, but the Cowboys have a chance to be a special offense next season, especially if running back Ollie Gordon returns, and improving at quarterback through the portal would go a long way in helping the team realize its potential. 6. Baylor Bears (Photo: Icon Sportswire, Getty) Baylor fired offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes on Nov. 26, and starting quarterback Blake Shapen entered the transfer portal a week later. New OC Jake Spavital could recruit Shapen back to campus, but if that doesn't end up the case, the Bears will be hurting for a quarterback. Backup Sawyer Robertson didn't show much in limited action this season, and the Bears' recent quarterback recruiting doesn't inspire much confidence. Former NC State quarterback MJ Morris lists Baylor as a team that's made early contact. 5. Arkansas Razorbacks (Photo: Nelson Chenault, USA TODAY Sports) KJ Jefferson is expected to enter the transfer portal, but has yet to make it official. Is he talking things over with new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino? Maybe. Either way, the Razorbacks have to improve at quarterback this offseason, especially in what could be a make-or-break year for head coach Sam Pittman. Arkansas has yet to offer a quarterback in the portal but is receiving interest from several prospects. Boise State transfer Taylen Green will be in Fayetteville this weekend for an official visit. 4. Vanderbilt Commodores (Photo: © Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun / USA TODAY NETWORK, USA TODAY Sports) The Commodores had three quarterbacks see game action this season in Ken Seals, AJ Swann and Walter Taylor. All three have entered the transfer portal this offseason. The team needs to add experience to the room in the portal but needs to hire an offensive coordinator first after firing Joe Lynch. Vanderbilt has some NIL money to play with, and an exciting hire at OC could give the Commodores faithful some reason for hope after a 2-10 finish. 3. Michigan State Spartans (Photo: Dale Young, USA TODAY Sports) The Spartans endured brutal quarterback play this season and are too proud of a program to suffer a third-straight losing season next fall, especially after hiring Jonathan Smith from Oregon State. The good news is that Michigan State is among the favorites for Beavers transfer Aidan Chiles, the No. 2 overall player and top-ranked quarterback in the 247Sports Transfer Portal Rankings. Chiles is set to visit East Lansing this weekend, and his former head coach will likely pull out all the stops in hopes of a reunion. T1. Nebraska Cornhuskers (Photo: Getty) Nebraska swung and missed with Jeff Sims in the portal last offseason and has already reached out to several transfer quarterbacks this cycle, according to Brewster. "Nebraska needs a big-time quarterback in the worst way," Brewster said. "Between Heinrich Haarberg, Chubba Purdy, and Jeff Sims, the quarterbacks together only threw for a total of 1,631 yards and 10 touchdowns on the year with 16 interceptions. This QB addition will be a critical factor in Matt Rhule's tenure at Nebraska to help right the ship. Nebraska has reportedly already met with Sam Leavitt and Will Howard thus far." T1. Auburn Tigers (Photo: Getty) Hugh Freeze's debut season at Auburn is a success, though it's easy to wonder how much better it could have been with stable quarterback play. The Tigers are expected to return starter Payton Thorne but need to add someone with a higher ceiling, according to Brewster. "Auburn has been linked to several of the top quarterbacks in the portal," Brewster said. "They need to bring in an elite signal-caller with the instability they had in the QB room in 2023. The Tigers have a lot to offer to an elite QB, and I think it would be an attractive place for one with High Freeze and his QB knowledge." What you need to know ahead of college basketball's jam-packed weekend, including Bronny James' Sunday debut Twenty-one of 25 ranked teams play Saturday. The winner of these battles will tilt the national scales. College basketball’s jam-packed Saturday slate has one familiar theme: Hate. Xavier and Cincinnati do not like each other one bit. BYU and Utah renew The Holy War. There is no love lost between Kansas and Missouri. It rocks. The whole schedule is fabulous. Twenty-one of the 25 ranked teams in the country play, and there are a host of elite non-conference battles that will shape resumes in serious ways. Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of the biggest games, let's get some rapid-fire thoughts out on some of the best showdowns: Colorado State-Saint Mary's should be a war. Isaiah Stevens is playing like one of the three best point guards in the country this season, and Aidan Mahaney is always so dangerous. Saint Mary's is flat-out desperate for a signature win. BYU shoots so many 3-pointers and makes a ton of 'em. Utah has given up 3s left and right. Houston's LJ Cryer and St. John's Jordan Dingle are top-of-the-scouting-report guys and they still both hit four 3-pointers apiece against Utah. If the Utes can't guard the stripe better, they are in trouble against this BYU freight train. Missouri blocks so many shots, but Kansas owns an elite rim offense. What gives? Also, can Dajuan Harris please start making layups again? He's been off to a dreadful 6-for-21 start on layups, but Harris always plays well against his hometown Tigers. Xavier's beat-up frontline against Cincinnati's deep, loaded unit. Whew, boy. On paper, Cincinnati has a significant edge inside. That rivalry ain't played on paper, though. RELATED: What we've learned about each Pac-12 team in the first month OK, onto the rest of this gorgeous slate. Here are the matchups to watch in seven of the critical, heavyweight bouts. You want numbers? I got numbers. Let's dive in. Can Illinois' defensive recipe hold serve against Tennessee? (Photo: Getty) Creighton is the only defense that forces more long 2s than Illinois so far this season. Illinois isn’t trying to rip away a bunch of turnovers, but it feels like it wins every defensive possession that ends with something other than a foul, a layup or 3-pointer. Illinois relies on its cavalry of big wings to level off driving lanes and the defensive brilliance of 5-man Coleman Hawkins to make opponents take the shots Illinois wants, not vice versa. Tennessee star wing Dalton Knecht looks like a pro, but he’s struggled at off-the-dribble 2s this season (3-for-12). That doesn’t mean he isn’t capable, but it hasn’t been a strength. Fellow newcomer Jordan Gainey is also very aggressive in getting to his midrange jumper, but it hasn’t gone in enough (4-for-16). Veteran wing Josiah-Jordan James might be Tennessee’s best midrange assassin, but Illinois’ 6-foot-8, 220-pound forward Quincy Guerrier has the frame, physicality and toughness to match up with James almost flawlessly. The winner of that James-Guerrier matchup is sneaky big. But it all comes back to Knecht. He’s a dangerous, huge shooter who can rise over anyone, but Knecht's drives keep Tennessee’s offense cooking. Knecht can put so much pressure even on the best defenses because of his fearless, terrifying drives. Ty Rodgers is a phenomenal defender who might get the first turn, but if things start going poorly or Rodgers gets in foul trouble, do not be surprised if Terrence Shannon Jr. takes the assignment. Both will be tested by Tennessee’s do-it-all stud. Knecht can make those tough shots Illinois wants him to take, but if he gets to his spots ... good luck. Is Zakai Zeigler up for the challenge? (Photo: Getty) Illinois’ size is going to put Tennessee in conflict. Marcus Domask showed Tuesday against FAU what he can do when he gets a matchup he likes. Domask backed down FAU's smaller guards into the paint and eviscerated the Owls for 33 points. Illinois is certainly going to try and get Domask (6-foot-6, 215 pounds) cross-matched onto Zakai Zeigler. The Tennessee point guard isn’t scared of anybody and will fight like crazy but he’s 5-foot-9. Wisconsin used Chucky Hepburn to post up Zeigler twice, and he should’ve gotten two buckets off it. Zeigler will certainly try to pester Ty Rodgers with vicious ball pressure, but Rodgers can turn around and use his size to post up Zeigler as well. Will Tennessee bring timely double-teams and force Illinois to make decisions under conflict? Is it a big Jahmai Mashack game instead of Zeigler? It’s a fascinating chess match. No. 20 Illinois at No. 17 Tennessee: 12 p.m. ET, CBS Clemson's iffy transition defense vs. TCU's elite transition offense (Photo: Getty) Clemson's transition defense hasn't been a major strength this year. UAB (15) and Alabama (17) were able to get easy buckets before Clemson's defense could get set. TCU is going to try and do the same thing to Clemson. Albeit against lesser competition, TCU has scored more than 40 points in transition twice (!) this season. It was one of the best transition offenses in the country last year, and the Frogs are doing similar things in 2023-24. Emanuel Miller, Jameer Nelson Jr., Jakobe Coles, Micah Peavy and Avery Anderson III have been very aggressive in transition all season long. Clemson has to get back and get matched up in a hurry. No. 24 Clemson at TCU: 4 p.m. ET, FS1 Which Alabama guard does Lance Jones defend the most? (Photo: Getty) Purdue had no answer for Northwestern’s lightning-quick star guard Boo Buie in the Big Ten opener. Lance Jones has been Purdue’s best perimeter defender this year, but Buie converted some tough shots on him and eventually fouled Jones out of the game. Camden Heide and Ethan Morton both took turns on Buie, but he eviscerated those rangy wings. Purdue will be challenged by two more elite guards on Saturday when it faces off against Alabama. Mark Sears and Aaron Estrada take turns as Alabama’s alpha. Both can really shred the net from downtown. Sears uses his speed to get into the teeth of the defense and the foul line. Estrada takes a few more midrange jumpers than Nate Oats would probably want, but he makes just enough of them to make it worthwhile. Those shots will be there against Purdue. If Estrada can be efficient like Buie was, Alabama can give Purdue some issues, especially when he can get to his silky post-up. Who does Jones guard? Does he flip-flop back and forth between Estrada and Sears? Can the other Alabama guard take advantage? Alabama at No. 4 Purdue: 1:30 p.m. ET, FOX Can Arizona keep Wisconsin off the offensive glass and vice versa? (Photo: Getty) Arizona did not allow a single offensive rebound in its win over Colgate. That is absurd. It’s been one of the best rebounding teams in the country this season, but Wisconsin has made the offensive glass a huge point of emphasis this season. The Badgers are rebounding nearly 37% of their misses which ranks No. 24-best nationally, per KenPom. Steven Crowl and Tyler Wahl are both a huge piece of that, but freshman John Blackwell has multiple offensive rebounds in three games this season. It's the exact same dilemma on the other end. Arizona is an elite offensive-rebounding team in its own right. Wisconsin has limited second-chance opportunities very well this season. It's strength-on-strength on both sides. No. 23 Wisconsin at No. 1 Arizona: 3:15 p.m ET, ESPN Villanova allows a lot of 3s; UCLA doesn't shoot 'em. What gives? (Photo: Getty) Villanova’s defense gives up so many 3-pointers. Over 44% of shots against Villanova come from downtown which ranks 339th nationally. Villanova’s inability to contain the basketball has been jarring. Lead ball-handlers have been way too comfortable breaking down the defense and creating open 3s. But UCLA doesn’t shoot many 3s. The Bruins attempt just 12.3 3-pointers per game which ranks third-to-last nationally. Lazar Stefanovic, Dylan Andrews and Will McClendon are the lone Bruins with double-digit attempts from beyond the arc this season. Stefanovic is the one to watch here. The Utah transfer is more than capable of getting loose, and the opportunities will be there for him to put his stamp on the game in a real way. UCLA at Villanova: 7 p.m. ET, FOX Auburn's elite rim protection vs. Indiana's formidable frontline (Photo: Getty) Auburn opponents shoot a meager 49.1% at the rim against the Tigers because Bruce Pearl has a deep, talented backline. Johni Broome is an intimidating shot blocker who is super physical. Backup center Dylan Cardwell is an even better rim protector. Jaylin Williams helps out with Auburn’s elite rim defense as well. It will be tested against an Indiana offense that lives in the paint. Over 43% of Indiana’s shots this season come at the rim, and the Hoosiers are shooting nearly 65% at the rim. Malik Reneau and Kel’el Ware are big pieces of that, but Trey Galloway has made a concerted effort to drive the ball as much as possible. If Auburn’s elite rim protection turns IU’s water off, the Hoosiers might not be able to make enough jumpers to survive. Auburn at Indiana: 2 p.m. ET, ESPN2 Can Arkansas force Javian McCollum to guard big wings? (Photo: Getty) Arkansas wants to play isolation basketball. Eric Musselman believes he can find the weak spot in the defense and empower his best player to go after it. The best bet for Arkansas on Saturday against undefeated Oklahoma might be targeting Javian McCollum defensively. The Siena transfer has been fantastic offensively with a barrage of pick-and-roll brilliance, but he’s 6-foot-2 and 160 pounds. Arkansas’ best two isolation scorers (Khalif Battle and Tramon Mark) are so much bigger than McCollum. Can Arkansas get McCollum switched off El Ellis, Devo Davis or Layden Blocker and onto Battle and Mark? If so, Arkansas could be cooking with gas. Mark is a solid 3-point shooter, but he’s at his best at the rim and from the midrange. Battle rises and fires a ton from downtown, but he also attacks the rim trying to get to the free throw line. If Arkansas can put McCollum in a bunch of actions and potentially get him in foul trouble, the equation tilts toward the Hogs in a big way. Arkansas at No. 19 Oklahoma: 4 p.m. ET, ESPN Sunday Bonus: Bronny James' debut?!? (Photo: Connor Morrissette | USCfootball.com, 247Sports) USC freshman Bronny James, the oldest son of Lakers star LeBron James, is expected to play in his first game Sunday, Trojans coach Andy Enfield told reporters Thursday after he participated in a full-contact practice after going into cardiac arrest during a preseason workout July 24. James was a limited participant during USC's earlier practice this week and could get full clearance Friday to play in USC's next game. "All indications are he feels great, and he looks good," Enfield said Thursday, via CBS Sports. Here's our editor and pinch-hit-writer Xavier Hamilton earlier this week on the impact Bronny, the No. 28 prospect in the 2023 class, will have on the Trojans. Without James, USC is sitting at a record of 5-3. Senior Boogie Ellis is leading the way with 22.4 points per game but it's been another coveted freshman, Isaiah Collier, who has been the Trojan's biggest surprise. Collier is second on the team in scoring with 17.3 points per game. He's also adding in 3 rebounds a game and 4.5 assists while shooting 52.2% from the field and 40% from three. Still, his decision-making leaves a lot to be desired as he is averaging close to 5 turnovers a game. This is where Bronny's introduction into the rotation comes into play. Although it's expected that James will need to knock off some rust, the 4-star recruit and No. 28 player in the 2023 class earned his reputation because of his basketball IQ. While James is an impressive athlete, he leans more on his feel for the game and always seems to make the right basketball play. This style of play could result in James becoming a great complimentary ball-handler to Ellis and Collier off the bench. If he comes back true to form, then Bronny's knack for making the right play will take some of the pressure off of the starting guards. That impact on the came could be reflected in an increase Collier's efficiency. Also, Bronny isn't shy on defense. Playing the passing lanes to create fast break opportunities as well as his reliable shooting stroke should generate some easy buckets for James as he looks to work himself into the Trojan's rotation. USC's game against Long Beach State will tip-off at 4 PM ET on Sunday. And if this is Bronny's college debut, don't be surprised to see an abundance of stars in attendance at Galen Center.

auburnwire.usatoday.com Coastal Carolina Transfer Jared Brown set to visit Auburn next week Brian Hauch ~2 minutes Coastal Carolina wide receiver Jared Brown has seemingly narrowed his list down to three teams. The 6-foot sophomore is reportedly set to visit Auburn, Louisville, and South Carolina over the next 9 days, according to On3sports. Brown is coming off a very solid season with the Chanticleers, racking up 58 catches for 740 yards and 4 scores. His receptions and yardage are nearly double that of Auburn’s top pass catcher, Rivaldo Fairweather, in 2023. Brown’s elusive nature as a ball-carrier made him a threat in the rushing attack as well. The speedy slot receiver totaled 15 carries this season for Coastal, turning them into 252 yards and a touchdown. The sophomore out of Lilburn, GA could add a new dimension Hugh Freeze’s offensive in 2024. Auburn’s passing game was the Achilles heel all season, and Brown could instantly upgrade a receiving room that lacks big-play potential. Despite a disappointing season for Coastal Carolina in the Sun Belt, Brown was able to earn All-Sun Belt honorable mention honors. Hugh Freeze has mentioned his desire to add a wide receiver from the transfer portal, and Brown may be the perfect fit on the Plains. Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinion. You can also follow Brian on Twitter @TheRealBHauch

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al.com Due to Music City Bowl conflict, Auburn basketball moves Chattanooga start time Published: Dec. 08, 2023, 1:13 p.m. ~2 minutes With the new addition to Auburn’s athletics calendar in the Music City Bowl set to cause a potential conflict for fans, Auburn basketball moved back the start time of its Dec. 30 game against Chattanooga from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Music City Bowl is scheduled to kick off at 1 p.m. on the same day which likely would have led to a limited crowd at Neville Arena for the basketball game. The time change will also allow fans at the bowl game enough time to leave Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee to leave the venue and find a place to watch the basketball game, if they should so choose. The game will still be televised by the SEC Network. Matt Cohen covers Auburn sports for AL.com. You can follow him on X at @Matt_Cohen_ or email him at mcohen@al.com If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

auburnwire.usatoday.com Auburn offers Mississippi State transfer WR Zavion Thomas JD McCarthy ~2 minutes Auburn needs some help at wide receiver and the Tigers are dipping into the transfer portal to try and address the need. Auburn’s latest offer is to Zavion Thomas, who spent the last two seasons at Mississippi State. He caught 40 passes for 503 yards and one touchdown and also returned a kickoff for a touchdown last season. The Louisiana native finished the season with a receiving grade of 74.8 according to Pro Football Focus, the second highest of any Bulldog. The 5-foot-11, 190-pounder has emerged as a popular name in the portal, picking up offers from Oregon, South Carolina, Arkansas and LSU in addition to Auburns. The Tigers are looking for several wide receivers to help bridge the gap between the departing veterans and the talented freshman who will be signing with Auburn as members of the 2024 recruiting class. After a great talk with @CoachDavisWR and @TrovonReed I have earned a scholarship offer from @AuburnFootball thank you 🔵🟠@4thQtMentality @EDGEASSASSINS @BE_LEGENDARY__ @Sheadixon @BillyEmbody @ScarboroughMike pic.twitter.com/3Sb1kmMpTg — Sincerely, Elita (@ftfzayy_) December 7, 2023 Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow JD on Twitter @jdmccarthy15

nbcsports.com Demarcus Riddick Welcomed to 2024 All-American Bowl with Virtual Jersey Presentation - NBC Sports Gus Ramos ~3 minutes Linebacker Demarcus Riddick (Clanton, Alabama/ Chilton Country High School), the Auburn University commit, was officially honored as a 2024 All-American during a virtual jersey presentation as part of the sixth week of the Road to the Dome digital series. Having been selected to play in the twenty-fourth edition of the All-American Bowl, Riddick will play in the annual East vs. West matchup inside the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. The 2024 All-American Bowl on January 6, 2024, from inside the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, will be presented live on NBC and Peacock. The Road to the Dome tour will continue to honor all 100 All-Americans with virtual jersey presentations during an 8-week series that is released through various digital and social platforms across NBC Sports. Riddick was selected by the All-American Bowl Selection Committee, consisting of the All-American Bowl, 247Sports and NexGen founder Brent Williams. All-Americans are eligible for the All-American Bowl Player of the Year Award, the Anthony Muñoz Lineman of the Year Award, the Defensive Player of the Year Award, the All-American Bowl Man of the Year, the All-American Bowl MVP Award. Only 100 football players receive the honor of putting on the All-American Bowl jersey each year. Each player selected to participate will culminate their high school careers at the All-American Bowl. About the All-American Bowl As an NBC Sports-owned property, the All-American Bowl is part of a marquee lineup of elite events that includes the Olympics, the Premier League, and the number one primetime show since 2011: Sunday Night Football. The All-American Bowl is annually the most-watched, most-talked about, and most-prestigious high school all-star event with more than 4,100,000 unique television viewers and over 20,000 in attendance. The history and tradition of the All-American Bowl is unparalleled: 562 draft picks; 97 Super Bowl champions; 217 Pro Bowl selections; 17 Heisman finalists including, but not limited to: Bryce Young, Christian McCaffrey, Tim Tebow, Derrick Henry, DeVonta Smith, and Trevor Lawrence. For more information, visit nbcsports.com/college-football/all-american-bowl or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@AABonNBC).

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si.com What did Bruce Pearl have to say ahead of Auburn's game against Indiana? Daniel Locke 2–3 minutes The Tigers are set to take on the Indiana Hoosiers this Saturday. What did Bruce Pearl have to say ahead of the matchup? The Auburn Tigers will take on the Indiana Hoosiers at Holiday Hoopsgiving at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Saturday. Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl previewed the matchup during his press conference this morning. "Indiana is obviously a blue blood," Pearl said. "It's a historic program out of the Big 10. What an opportunity for us to play one of the blue bloods in college basketball. I say that with all due respect." Pearl spoke about legendary Indiana coach Bob Knight who passed away in November. "I coached nine years at Southern Indiana and I was there when Coach Knight was there (Indiana)," Pearl said. "One of the things I was doing as a young head coach was watching Coach Knight. I was listening to his radio show and I was always so impressed with how he communicated with fans." Pearl talked about what he is expecting from the game on Saturday. "This is going to be a very physical game on Saturday," Pearl said. "Indiana obviously coming out of the Big 10 has two dominating post players." Pearl talked about how his team responded to the loss against Appalachian State on Sunday. "Our guys know we did a lot of good things," Pearl said. "The biggest thing is confidence. I want my guys to be confident and if they're open I want them to shoot." Tipoff is set for 1 p.m. CT on Saturday. The television broadcast can be found on ESPN2.

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how long does a girl have to wait around here to get an answer or opinion.............

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has anyone heard anything at all on robby? i am curious if he transfers or tries another position?

salty you buy my christmas present yet?

al.com Auburn football quickly sells out of Music City Bowl ticket allotment Published: Dec. 07, 2023, 2:51 p.m. 3–4 minutes Auburn Football Nashville set to be ‘Auburn North’ again as Auburn sells out of Music City Bowl ticket allotment Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze greets fans during Tiger Walk before an NCAA football game against Mississippi State Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, in Auburn, Alabama. (Julie Bennett | preps@al.com)Julie Bennett | preps@al.com The stands of Vanderbilt’s FirstBank Stadium were covered in orange on Nov. 4 as the Auburn Tigers took on the Vanderbilt Commodores in Nashville. “I literally thought the stands behind us was pretty much all Auburn,” first-year head coach Hugh Freeze said after Auburn’s win over Vanderbilt. “And then there was quite a few orange on the other side like you said. I’m certainly not one to decide what percentage was Auburn, but it did not feel like we were in a typical road game. Our fans are incredible.” It was a sight that pointed to the Auburn Family being more than happy to make the trip up to Music City to support first-year head coach Hugh Freeze and the Tigers. Needless to say, the TransPerfect Music City Bowl knew what it was doing when it selected Auburn as one of its teams to play in Dec. 30th’s game from Nashville’s Nissan Stadium, home of the Tennessee Titans. After tickets went on sale at 9 a.m. Monday morning, Auburn football announced Thursday afternoon that it had sold out of its allotment of tickets for the Tigers’ matchup with the Maryland Terrapins later this month. And while the news didn’t come as a surprise to many, it certainly didn’t come as a surprise to Evan Thomas, President of the Greater Nashville Auburn Club, who affectionately refers to Music City as “Auburn North.” “Given how close we are to Auburn, our fans tend to travel well. And they really love coming to Nashville,” Thomas said in an interview with AL.com. “You see the impact that the Auburn fan base had here for the football game against Vanderbilt. Now that we’re poised and positioned to be able to host Auburn again, in the middle of the holidays, at a time where people are available and looking to travel, we look forward to being able to provide an experience that’s on brand with what our local fans and family and then also our traveling fans and family have come to expect us. “Yeah, we’re pumped.” If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.