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Back to EpisodesAuburn Football: Why ESPN Is Wrong About Byrum Brown | Auburn Football Podcast
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ESPN released its latest quarterback tier rankings and one Auburn player found himself in a spot that has fans talking. Byrum Brown was placed in Tier 6 despite putting together impressive production at South Florida and arriving on the Plains with expectations of elevating Auburn's offense. In this episode, the discussion centers around whether ESPN got it wrong. Is Byrum Brown really in the same category as some of the quarterbacks listed around him? How much should supporting cast, coaching, and team success impact quarterback evaluations? The conversation also dives into comparisons with other nationally recognized quarterbacks and what Brown must do in 2026 to help Auburn compete in the SEC. 00:00 ESPN Ranks Byrum Brown Tier 6 01:03 Breaking Down The ESPN Quarterback List 03:05 Is Byrum Brown Better Than Drew Allar Comparisons? 05:21 What Auburn Needs From Byrum Brown In 2026 06:03 Comparing Brown To The Nation's Top Quarterbacks 08:04 Are Quarterback Rankings Influenced By Team Success? 11:15 Projected Success vs Quarterback Talent 12:26 Sponsor Message 14:28 Which Auburn Position Group Must Improve Most? 16:16 Auburn Recruiting Momentum Continues 18:06 Why Auburn Is Ahead Of Recruiting Pace 19:29 Final Thoughts And Support The Channel
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