One of Auburn’s prized 2023 signees has remained loyal to the program through a coaching change and a deep position within the depth chart. His determination is beginning to pay off.
Sophomore running back [autotag]Jeremiah Cobb[/autotag] enters his second season with Auburn as a more experienced, stronger player. He credits his relationship with fellow backs [autotag]Jarquez Hunter[/autotag] and [autotag]Damari Alston[/autotag] as a source of his growth.
“It’s been very beneficial. I came real close to those guys, we’re brothers now. They teach me everything,” Cobb said of his relationship with Auburn’s running backs. “They help me keep my head up, help me go hard at practice every day and give it my all and they definitely helped me a lot as a freshman, helped me grow a lot.”
Despite his progression, Cobb remains third on the depth chart behind Hunter and Alston. Cobb says that he is pleased with the group’s competition and is excited to work with Auburn’s experienced offensive line. In an era that sees many players dealing with Cobb’s situation, he says that he is happy that he decided to remain loyal to Auburn.
“I’m glad I stuck with it. I’m glad to stick with coach Freeze and the guys in the running back room, and it’s definitely a big change in talent on every position,” Cobb said. “Defense, offense, everywhere.”
Cobb rushed for 172 yards on 33 carries last season with two touchdowns. As a sophomore, Cobb looks to make a name ahead of his junior season in 2025, which will commence without current premier back Jarquez Hunter.
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