Auburn parts ways with linebacker Xavier Atkins after suspension
Auburn dismissed linebacker Xavier Atkins after a suspension tied to the program's victory over Georgia, which was ranked No. 1 at the time. Atkins has since said he plans to enter the transfer portal.
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What happened
Auburn dismissed linebacker Xavier Atkins after he was suspended for the team's win over then-No. 1 Georgia on Saturday. Atkins has since revealed he intends to enter the transfer portal.
Why it matters
The reports describe Atkins as an All-American defender and one of college football's top defensive players, but they do not state further consequences.
Timeline
- Oct 20, 1:22 AM ET: Sources reported that Auburn had dismissed linebacker Xavier Atkins, whose status had been uncertain after a suspension for the win over Georgia.
- Oct 20, 2:51 PM ET: Atkins was confirmed to have left the Auburn program and intends to enter the transfer portal.
Coverage
- Auburn LB Xavier Atkins Leaves Program, Intends To Enter Transfer Portal (foxsports.com)
- Auburn dismisses Xavier Atkins, All-American defender reveals intentions to enter transfer portal (cbssports.com)
- Sources: Auburn dismisses star linebacker Atkins (espn.com)
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