Auburn’s running back room has taken another massive hit heading into Week 3 of the 2025 season. After breaking free for a 54-yard touchdown against Ball State, Darrell Robinson was rushed to Birmingham the next morning with a rare injury that could have led to paralysis if untreated. Hugh Freeze revealed Robinson required surgery to remove a large blood clot from his thigh, meaning he’ll be sidelined for an extended period. While the long-term outlook for Robinson’s health is positive, the short-term challenge for Auburn is huge.

That leaves the Tigers with Jeremiah Cobb, true freshmen Omar Madsen and Alvin Henderson, and a questionable status for Demari Alston heading into a tricky matchup with South Alabama. Cobb leads the team in rushing despite playing with a soft cast from a hand injury, while Madsen and Henderson are talented but still adjusting to SEC speed and physicality. Fans are already buzzing about Henderson, who has been called “untackleable” since arriving at Auburn, but Freeze stressed that pass protection and all-around readiness are key before expanding his role.

Meanwhile, the Tigers face a South Alabama defense ranked near the bottom nationally against the run, giving Auburn a real opportunity to lean on its offensive line and ground attack before heading to Norman for their first-ever trip to Oklahoma.

In the second half of today’s show, the conversation shifts to AP Poll controversy. USC beat writer Haley Sawyer’s ballot raised eyebrows when she ranked Baylor while leaving Auburn out, despite Auburn’s decisive opening win over Baylor. This segment dives into the responsibility of media voters, why due diligence matters, and how flawed ballots can shape early-season narratives that stick.

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