Jaylin Simpson made his first career start Saturday and the SEC has already taken notice. The redshirt freshman was named SEC Freshman of the Week, the league announced Monday, for his efforts in Auburn’s 29-13 win over Kentucky.
The 6-foot corner made four tackles, including a 6-yard tackle for loss and broke up a pass in his debut at Auburns No. 2 corner.
After moving up to No. 7 in the latest AP poll, the Tigers travel to Athens this weekend for a top 10 matchup with the No. 4 Bulldogs.