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6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Posted as co-starter Neptune is listed as a co-starter for Auburn's opener against Baylor, per Justin Ferguson of AuburnObserver.com.

Impact Neptune looks to be rounding out the WR corps alongside Chas Nimrod as the Tigers face the Bears on Saturday. Neptune brought in 38 catches for 335 receiving yards and one touchdown last season.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 19 • Associated Press

Out of non-contact jersey Neptune (shoulder) logged a contact practice Tuesday, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Neptune logging a non-contact practice indicates that he should be ready to go for the remainder of Auburn's fall camp. Ideally for the wide receiver, he can acclimate to top-level football just like he did with South Florida, where his one season's stats feature 335 receiving yards.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Expecting to return soon Neptune (shoulder) did not play in Friday's scrimmage but is expected to be back on the field soon, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Neptune has been working his way back from a shoulder surgery and has been sporting a non-contact jersey during practice. Reports indicate that the sophomore wide receiver will be available for the next scrimmage game. The USF transfer joins in after a productive freshman campaign where he totaled 38 receptions for 335 yards and one touchdown across 11 games.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Remains non-contact Neptune (shoulder) remains in a non-contact status prior to Auburn's fall camp, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Previously undisclosed, Neptune's injured shoulder is why his health remains less than 100 percent. Because of the injury, he underwent surgery last spring and did not play any games then. Considering the update, before Auburn's season opener Sept. 5 against Baylor, Neptune is leaning questionable more than probable.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 24 • Associated Press

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APRIL 17 • Associated Press

Surgery done, probable for fall Neptune (undisclosed) underwent surgery this week but will be back for Auburn's fall camp, Justin Ferguson of The Auburn Observer reports.

Impact Because of the recent surgery, Neptune is out for Saturday's spring game. Fortunately for him, the expectation is that his procedure will not cause further absences, as a full recovery is expected by fall. So long as Neptune can step on the football field in fall, he will be ready to go for the start of Auburn's 2026 season.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Off to Auburn Neptune has committed to Auburn, Chris Hummer of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Neptune will follow his head coach at USF to Auburn after a strong true freshman campaign. Neptune caught 38 of 62 targets for 335 yards and one touchdown.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Heading to portal Neptune plans to enter the transfer portal, On3.com reports.

Impact Neptune will leave USF after a productive freshman campaign. He totaled 38 receptions for 335 yards and one touchdown. Neptune capped off the season with a nine-catch, 102-yard bowl game performance against Old Dominion.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Cure Bowl Neptune is available for Wednesday's game versus Old Dominion, SoFloBulls.com reports.

Impact Neptune, who missed the final two games of the regular season due to an undisclosed injury, is set to make his return to the field Wednesday. With Keshaun Singleton (hand), Chas Nimrod (leg) and Mudia Reuben (undisclosed) all out, he could be set for a large role in the bowl game.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP for Week 14 Neptune (undisclosed) did not play during Saturday's 52-3 win against Rice.

Impact For 2025, Neptune's regular season finished with back-to-back DNPs, which had not been any problem earlier during the campaign. South Florida's team qualifies for a bowl game, so there is still at least an adequate chance that the Bulls utilize him again.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not spotted in warmups Neptune (undisclosed) isn't on the field for pregame warmups, Colby Allfrey of The Bay Area Examiner reports.

Impact Neptune was considered questionable for the contest, and his absence from warmups means he's trending toward sitting. Neptune has caught 29 passes for 233 yards and a touchdown this season.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 14 Neptune (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game against Rice.

Impact Neptune will be a game-time call for the final game of the regular season. He's not expected to be a consistent threat in the passing game even if he plays, though. The 5-foot-11 freshman has caught 29 passes for 233 yards and a single touchdown across 10 games for the Bulls this season.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Held out Saturday Neptune (undisclosed) did not play during Saturday's matchup agianst UAB.

Impact Neptune was unable to suit up against UAB after being listed as questionable due to an undisclosed injury, marking his first missed game of the season. The 5-foot-11 freshman has caught 29 passes for 233 yards and a single touchdown across 10 games for the Bulls this season and will hope to make his return during the team's regular season finale against Rice on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. UAB Neptune is listed questionable to play in Saturday's game against UAB.

Impact Neptune popped up on the injury report and is questionable for this meeting. The freshman wide receiver has totaled 29 receptions for 233 and one touchdown across 10 appearances.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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