After a disappointing 2022 NFL draft that only saw one player selected, Auburn had better luck in the 2023 edition with five players ultimately hearing their names called.
In a draft headlined by defensive talent, [autotag]Derick Hall[/autotag] kicked off the draft for Auburn by being selected No. 37 overall by the Seattle Seahawks. Fellow defensive players [autotag]Colby Wooden[/autotag] and [autotag]Owen Pappoe[/autotag] were selected in rounds No. 4 and No. 5 respectively. The lone offensive player to be taken was premier back [autotag]Tank Bigsby[/autotag], who was selected No. 88 overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars, with kicker [autotag]Anders Carlson[/autotag] rounding out the draft by being drafted in the sixth round by the Green Bay Packers.
What could the 2024 NFL draft look like for the Auburn Tigers? Ric Serritella of NFL Draft Bible shared his top five Tigers that have the best chance to be selected in next year’s draft with Lindy’s Sports.
Based on his picks, Auburn’s haul to the NFL draft will once again be defensive-heavy. Here’s a look at Auburn’s top five NFL draft prospects heading into the 2023 season according to Ric Serritella.