Auburn is banking on Oklahoma transfer Jackson Arnold to solve their quarterback woes. After missing a bowl game last year and struggling offensively, Hugh Freeze’s squad desperately needs consistency under center. Arnold, a former five-star recruit, has shown flashes of brilliance but struggled in a tough Big 12 environment. Now, he has a fresh start in the SEC—but will it be enough?
The key for Arnold is to bring stability, not necessarily fireworks, to Auburn’s offense. Auburn’s top-30 ranking in yards per play last season suggests the team has potential, but turnovers and red-zone inefficiencies held them back. If Arnold can make the right reads, protect the football, and play within himself, Auburn could be in for a surprising rebound.
However, the stakes couldn’t be higher. If Arnold falters, Auburn’s hopes of climbing out of mediocrity will take a massive hit, leaving the program in an even deeper hole. Hugh Freeze has placed his faith in Arnold, but can the former Sooner handle the pressure of leading a team desperate for a resurgence?
