Auburn football lands former North Carolina linebacker Eugene Asante

Auburn adds more talent to the defense.

Auburn football has added some experience to the linebacker position.

Former North Carolina linebacker Eugene Asante has committed to the Auburn football team and will have a chance to play right away in the Tiger defense.

Asante appeared in 12 games for North Carolina last season. He had 23 tackles, two quarterback hurries, one pass break-up, and 0.5 tackles for loss.

He made the announcement via his Instagram page.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CY5DD2_IzjL/

He will be in the battle for the linebacker spot next to Owen Pappoe.

Asante is listed as a junior on their official roster.

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