Auburn was due for some attrition along the defensive line.
The Tigers had to many talented players for everyone to get enough playing time and when Nick Eason left for Clemson it only worsened the situation.
But losing six players to the transfer portal was unexpected and has thinned out Auburn’s depth.
The Tigers return their top defensive lineman in Colby Wooden and quality starter in Marcus Harris. Marquis Burks gives them another experienced player they will lean on.
After those four, Auburn has several promising players who have yet to carve out roles for themselves and are now in line for serious playing time.
Here is a look at the group.