The Up Tempo Podcast

For years, Auburn has carried the reputation of being the school with the “crazy boosters” and the so-called “evil booster” culture. But in today’s college football landscape, where NIL has fundamentally changed recruiting and roster building, that narrative doesn’t hold up like it once did. In this episode, we take a closer look at Auburn’s current success in the NIL era and why the Tigers have become one of the strongest programs in college athletics when it comes to creating opportunities for student-athletes. From players signing high-profile NIL partnerships with Nike and Aflac to Auburn’s growing ability to compete for elite talent, the program is showing that a strong support system isn’t a weakness—it’s an advantage. #auburnfootball #auburntigers #collegefootball

The Auburn Tigers have officially announced who will represent the program at SEC Media Days, and we’re breaking down what those selections could mean. We discuss why these players were chosen, the message Auburn is sending heading into the 2026 season, and what fans should expect as SEC Media Days kicks off. Plus, we look at the biggest storylines surrounding the Tigers and how this event sets the tone for fall camp and the upcoming season. #auburnfootball #auburnuniversity

In this episode, we’re setting the over/under lines for Auburn Football’s 2026 season and making our picks on which players and team stats will go over—or come up short Which predictions are safe bets, and which ones could surprise everyone? Tune in as we make our calls and see where we stand before the 2026 season kicks off. War Eagle! #auburnfootball #auburntigers #collegefootball

Everyone loves to debate trap games before the season starts. But here’s the problem: you have to be good enough to have one. In this episode, we make the case that Auburn doesn’t have a trap game anywhere on the schedule this season. Why? Because the Tigers haven’t earned the luxury of overlooking anyone. Every opponent deserves Auburn’s full attention, and every game is an opportunity to prove this program has taken the next step. We discuss why the “trap game” conversation doesn’t fit where Auburn is today, which games fans may be taking too lightly, and what has to change before Auburn can start worrying about looking ahead instead of simply taking care of business. Do you agree that every game should be treated the same, or is there still one matchup that qualifies as a trap game? Tune in and join the conversation. #auburnfootball #auburntigers #collegefootball #alexgolesh

Auburn enters the 2026 season with a new face under center, but who is Byrum Brown, and what should Tigers fans realistically expect from their new quarterback? In this episode, we take an in-depth look at Brown’s journey to Auburn, break down his strengths as a dual-threat playmaker, and discuss how his experience, athleticism, and leadership could impact the Tigers’ offense. We’ll also examine areas where he’ll need to improve as he transitions to SEC competition and why the talent around him will play a major role in his success.