Caleb Burton III News, Rumors, Updates - Auburn Tigers

Headed to UConn Burton will transfer to UConn, the program announced.

Impact Burton spent two seasons at Auburn, but his freshman year was his more productive season. The wideout reeled in 16 catches for 226 yards that year. He'll have two years of eligibility remaining with the Tigers.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Submits name in portal Burton has decided to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Burton will look for a fresh start at a new program after two years with Auburn. The sophomore wide receiver reeled in two receptions for 49 yards on. one appearance this year.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Burton (concussion) is not listed on Auburn's injury report ahead of Saturday's game against Alabama.

Impact Burton appears to have cleared concussion protocol and will be available against the Crimson Tide in Week 14. The 5-foot-11 sophomore has managed two catches for 49 yards across three outings this season after posted 226 yards in his freshman season (nine games).

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined vs. Aggies Burton (concussion) won't play against Texas A&M on Saturday.

Impact Burton hasn't played since Week 4. The wideout has been in the concussion protocol for several weeks, and it appears as though he has yet to clear that procedure. His final chance to suit up in the regular season will come in the Iron Bowl on Nov. 30.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Has been in concussion protocol Burton has reportedly been in the concussion protocol, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Burton, who's missed the last two games, has his injury revealed. However, the receiver is reportedly set to return to practice this week. That doesn't guarantee he'll make his return, but the it's good news for the wideout who's struggled to find a regular role in this Tigers' offense as a true sophomore.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 10 Burton (undisclosed) is listed out for Saturday's game against Vanderbilt.

Impact Burton will miss his fifth consecutive game as he continues to tend to an undisclosed injury. The sophomore wide receiver will aim to get back on the field for the home matchup against Louisiana-Monroe on Nov. 16.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Burton (undisclosed) is out Saturday at Kentucky.

Impact Burton was listed as doubtful on Wednesday's report so this news is not surprising. His next chance to suit up is next Saturday versus Vanderbilt.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful vs. Kentucky Burton (undisclosed) is listed doubtful for Saturday's game against Kentucky.

Impact Burton has not played since Week 4 and is unlikely to suit for this matchup. The sophomore wide receiver will aim to get back on the field for next week's contest against Vanderbilt.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Able to practice with team Burton (undisclosed) practiced with the second team offense Thursday, per Nathan King of 247Sports.com.

Impact Burton was previously held out of the spring game in April with an undisclosed injury but has clearly made strides in his recovery and has been able to return to the field. The 5-foot-11 receiver caught 16 passes for 226 yards for the Tigers in 2023.

AUGUST 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season-best effort in bowl game Burton reeled in five of 11 targets for 78 yards during Saturday's 31-13 defeat against Maryland.

Impact Burton's role was somewhat muted for much of the 2023 campaign, but he finally saw expanded run in the bowl game and took advantage of it. It wouldn't be surprising to see him claim a larger role in the offense next season, especially after his breakout effort in what was a lackluster showing from the Tigers in the bowl game.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Announced as starting receiver Burton was announced as a starting receiver for Auburn's game Saturday against Mississippi, Justin Ferguson of AuburnObserver.com reports.

Impact Burton will be a starting receiver alongside Jay Fair and Malcolm Johnson. The usual backup has two receptions for 11 yards across 2023. Ideally for Burton, being a starting receiver against Mississippi will help him improve his overall targets, catches and yardage.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Why Ohio State transfer Caleb Burton is progressing quickly in Auburn's offense "He's that type of worker, and he's very professional about the way he handles his business. I think, more than anything, his discipline in...

AUGUST 9, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

How Hugh Freeze evaluates new Auburn WR Caleb Burton "This one made sense because his high-school tape was pretty dang good. Obviously he was one of the top receivers in the country.”

MAY 11, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Auburn depth chart impact: WR Caleb Burton A former top-150 prospect, Burton becomes the highest-rated recruit in Auburn's receiving corps

MAY 6, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Ohio State Transfer WR Caleb Burton III Make Commitment Decision Despite being in the class of 2022, receiver Caleb Burton had been committed to the Ohio State Buckeyes since Nov. 2020, showing from the st...

MAY 6, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

MAY 6, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Former Ohio State WR Caleb Burton announces transfer to Auburn The former Buckeye wideout is head to the SEC.

MAY 6, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Auburn 'definitely in the conversation' for Ohio State WR transfer Caleb Burton Caleb Burton was one of the top wide receivers in the country during the 2022 recruiting cycle.

MAY 1, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Former Ohio State WR Caleb Burton expected to visit Auburn this weekend Burton was the No. 132 recruit in the Class of 2022.

APRIL 29, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Ohio State football's Caleb Burton enters name in transfer portal after one season Wide receiver Caleb Burton became the second Ohio State football player to enter the transfer portal, following kicker Jake Seibert.

APRIL 25, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM

Ohio State WR Caleb Burton Hurt in First Spring Practice Ohio State Buckeyes four-star wide receiver Caleb Burton did not see action in 2022 and was looking to take a jump in his second year in Col...

MARCH 8, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Ohio State freshman receiver Caleb Burton loses black stripe The newest member of zone 6, Caleb Burton! #GoBucks

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Ohio State Freshman WR Caleb Burton Loses Black Stripe Burton becomes the 21st member of the Buckeyes’ 2022 recruiting class to shed his black stripe.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Ohio State football's Caleb Burton loses black stripe Ohio State wide receiver Caleb Burton has lost his black stripe, which means he's an "official" Buckeye in the eyes of the coaching staff.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

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