Auburn head coach on his reason why he Makes Bold Push for 5-Star Offensive Lineman new signing
The Auburn Tigers are making a major push in their aggressive 2026 recruiting efforts, setting their sights on a top-tier prospect, Dominic Harris. Standing at 6-foot-7 and weighing in at a massive 335 pounds, Harris is a highly sought-after five-star offensive lineman from Las Vegas, Nevada. Not only is Harris dominating on the football field, but he also excels in track and field, participating in shot put and discus, further showcasing his athletic versatility, according to 247Sports via MileSplit.
As one of the most coveted recruits in the nation, Harris has already attracted significant interest from a select group of schools. So far, only Auburn, Washington, Arizona, and Utah have secured official visits with Harris. The Tigers are set to host him on May 16, marking one of the few out-of-state visits on his list of top schools. Despite being the only non-Western school in the mix, Auburn has made a strong case to Harris, particularly with the appeal of its coaching staff.
A Strong Connection with Auburn’s Coaching Staff
Harris has spoken highly of the Auburn coaching staff, specifically mentioning the strong connection he has developed with them. “Just the way their coaching staff has been talking to me, it’s like I have a bond with them right now,” Harris stated. The trust and relationship built with Auburn’s coaches are clearly resonating with the star lineman, who went on to say, “My top four, [Auburn]’s one of them. The coaching staff is great. I love it. I love the coaching staff.”
The offensive line prospect has expressed his admiration for Auburn’s head coach Hugh Freeze and offensive line coach Jake Thornton, both of whom have been in contact with Harris for nearly two months. According to Harris, Auburn checks a lot of boxes in terms of his recruitment, particularly in what he is seeking
Auburn’s reputation for developing talent and sending players to the NFL is certainly a strong selling point for Harris. With Freeze at the helm and a coaching staff that has proven capable of developing top-tier talent, the Tigers are making a compelling case for why Harris should choose them.
Key Addition for Auburn’s Future
As part of the 2026 recruiting class, Harris would play a critical role in shaping Auburn’s future, particularly on the offensive line. With quarterback Jackson Arnold already committed and the highly anticipated addition of quarterback Deuce Knight, Harris could find himself protecting the Tigers’ future signal-callers early in his career. At his size and talent, Harris could see playing time relatively quickly, a factor that could play a major role in his decision-making process.
Auburn’s efforts in recruiting top-tier talent like Harris are part of a broader push by Coach Freeze to revitalize the program and build a strong foundation for years to come. If Harris joins the Tigers, he would be part of a promising future for Auburn football.
As Auburn continues its strong recruiting push for the 2026 class, Dominic Harris stands out as one of the top priorities. His immense talent, coupled with his connection to Auburn’s coaching staff, makes the Tigers a serious contender for his commitment. With official visits to Auburn scheduled and a strong bond already in place, it will be interesting to see how Harris’ recruitment unfolds in the coming months. One thing is certain: Auburn is putting forth every effort to secure one of the nation’s top offensive line prospects, and they are making their mark in the race for his commitment.
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