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Despite the uncertainty surrounding the football program, running back Jarquez Hunter and defensive lineman Marcus Harris made sure they were doing everything they could to improve themselves this past week.
The duo were named the Iron Men of Week 3, a weekly award given to one offensive and defensive player to recognize their hard work in the offseason.
Week 3 Iron Man of the Week goes to @jarquezhunter and @limarcus_19 . Both dominated the training program and raised the level of competition! #TEAM #WDE 💪🦅 pic.twitter.com/br8gzN1LCc
— Auburn Strength (@AU_Strength) February 6, 2022
Hunter had a strong true freshman season for Auburn. He rushed for 593 yards and three touchdowns on 89 carries. He also caught 12 passes for 61 yards and a touchdown.
Harris, a transfer from Kansas, recorded 27 tackles, 6.0 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, four quarterback hurries and recovered one fumble in his first season on the Plains.
Both of Hunter and Harris are expected to have bigger roles in the 2022 season. Hunter gives Auburn a solid second running back behind Tank Bigsby, a position where you need multiple contributors.
Harris will have a great shot to be a starter at defensive tackle and help anchor a talented but thin group along the defensive line.