Damari Alston News, Rumors, Updates - Auburn Tigers

Lands at Tulsa Alston will transfer to Tulsa, the program announced.

Impact Alston spent four years at Auburn, but in October of 2025 -- his senior season -- he was kicked off the team after he "failed to meet the standards" of the program, according to former head coach Hugh Freeze. Alston totaled 809 rushing yards, 143 receiving yards and six touchdowns with the Tigers. He looks to have one more season of eligibility remaining and should immediately factor into Tulsa's offense.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Damari Alston makes final decision regarding future with Auburn football Damari Alston has not played since Auburn's loss to Georgia on Oct. 11. Will he remain with the program?

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Auburn Turning to Freshman After Damari Alston's Departure After Damari Alston's departure, the Auburn Tigers are turning to a freshman as one of the main running backs.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • SI.COM

Hugh Freeze called out for his treatment of former star running back | Sporting News Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze finds himself on the hot seat after his team's loss to Georgia, and his seat got hotter when reports of his st...

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Auburn AD reacts to Damari Alston's departure: 'I don't think this is a time for blame' Cohen, along with Auburn players, reacted to the news of Alston's departure on Monday

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • AL.COM

Auburn running back Damari Alston no longer with the team, per Hugh Freeze | Sporting News Tigers lose a team captain midway through the season.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Hugh Freeze confirms former team captain Damari Alston no longer with Auburn Tigers Auburn Tigers head coach Hugh Freeze confirmed that former team captain Damari Alston i sno longer with the team.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

What's next for Auburn's running back room after Damari Alston's exit: 'Next man up' Senior captain started season opener before injury sidelined him, allowing Jeremiah Cobb to emerge as Tigers' leading rusher heading into Mi...

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • AL.COM

No longer with team Head coach Hugh Freeze said Monday that Alston "failed to meet the standards" of Auburn's program, indicating Alston is no longer a part of the program, Nathan King of 247Sports.co...

Impact Alston was slated to play a key role for Auburn this season, rushing 16 times for 84 yards and a score in the season opener, but his playing time has dwindled since. Now, it appears he's no longer with the team. The senior's absence will mean more opportunities for Jeremiah Cobb and Omar Mabson going forward.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Officially listed as probable Alston (shoulder) is probable for Saturday's game at Oklahoma.

Impact Alston has been trending in the right direction after logging a full practice Wednesday, and all signs point to the star tailback playing Saturday in this marquee matchup against the Sooners. The probable tag suggests that Alston should play and handle his regular workload in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Wednesday Alston (shoulder) was a full participant in Auburn's practice Wednesday, per Nathan King of 247Sports.com.

Impact Altson is expected to play in the Tigers' big clash with Oklahoma on Saturday, as King reported earlier in the week. The fact that the tailback was a full participant in a Wednesday practice further reinforces that notion and is a great sign that Alston will indeed return to the gridiron for the first time since Week 1.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play vs. Sooners Alston (shoulder) is expected to play in Auburn's clash with Oklahoma on Saturday, per Nathan King of 247Sports.com.

Impact Alston hasn't played since Auburn's opener against Baylor, when he ran for 84 yards and a score on 14 carries. Jeremiah Cobb and Omar Mabson have held it down for the Tigers' backfield in Alston's stead, but upon his return, he should be the unquestioned lead back once again. It's looking more and more like that will transpire Saturday in Norman.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Jags Alston (shoulder) did not play during Auburn's 31-15 victory over South Alabama on Saturday.

Impact Alston was previously announced to be an emergency-only option heading into Saturday's contest, so his absence doesn't exactly come as a surprise as the Tigers cruised to victory over South Alabama. The 5-foot-9 running back was seen warming up in pregame, indicating that he is likely nearing a return to action, with next week's matchup against Oklahoma serving as his next opportunity.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Jags Alston (shoulder) did not play during Auburn's 31-15 victory over South Alabama on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Arnold accounts for 3 TDs, No. 24 Auburn beats South Alabama 31-15

Jackson Arnold accounted for three touchdowns, including two rushing, and No. 24 Auburn beat South Alabama 31-15

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Likely emergency option only Alston (shoulder) is expected to be only an emergency situation guy during Saturday's game against South Alabama, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Alston was spotted warming up ahead of Saturday's game against the Jaguars per Justin Hokanson of On3.com, but he is not expected to play unless absolutely necessary. The 5-foot-9 senior, who tallied 16 carries for 84 yards and a touchdown during the Tigers' opener against Baylor, is likely eyeing a return against Oklahoma in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Auburn football injury report: Damari Alston remains a game-time decision Hugh Freeze provides key injury updates ahead of Saturday's South Alabama matchup following dominant 42-3 win without Alston last week.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • AL.COM

Injuries to Auburn running backs: How Jeremiah Cobb is seizing his opportunity Coach Hugh Freeze confirms Omar Mabson will share carries with Jeremiah Cobb against South Alabama if starter Damari Alston can't play this...

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • AL.COM

Auburn RB observations: Damari Alston practices in non-contact jersey ahead of South Alabama Jeremiah Cobb impressed with back-to-back big gains during scrimmage while Damari Alston participated in limited capacity wearing a non-cont...

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • AL.COM

GTD for Week 3 Head coach Hugh Freeze said Monday that Alston (shoulder) will likely be a game-time decision for Saturday's game against South Alabama, Justin Ferguson of AuburnObserver.com repor...

Impact Alston suffered a shoulder injury during Auburn's season opener and was held out of their Week 2 matchup against Ball State. The tailback will attempt to practice this week in hopes of suiting up against South Alabama, but his availability is up in the air. Jeremiah Cobb led the Tigers in carries in Week 2 and would likely do so again if Alston can't play Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 2 Alston (shoulder) won't be available for Auburn's clash with Ball State in Week 2, per Justin Ferguson of AuburnObserver.com.

Impact Alston logged 16 carries for 84 yards and one touchdown in Week 1, but also suffered a shoulder injury that's limited him throughout preparation for Week 2. Thus, it was rather unsurprising when head coach Hugh Freeze ruled out his starting tailback, especially against a MAC opponent in Ball State. Auburn figures to lean on Jeremiah Cobb and Omar Mabson in his stead.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Auburn hosts Ball State in Week 2

The Auburn Tigers meet the Ball State Cardinals

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Described as questionable Alston (shoulder) is questionable for Week 2 against Ball State, per the Montgomery Advertiser.

Impact Alston's shoulder injury is considered minor, but he remains a question mark for Week 2. If he can't go against Ball State, Jeremiah Cobb is likely to get the start in his stead, with Omar Mabson second in line for carries if Alston sits.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with shoulder ailment Alston is dealing with a minor shoulder injury he suffered against Baylor in Week 1, per Nathan King of 247Sports.com.

Impact No details were given in regards to the extent of Alston's injury aside from it being described as "minor." That firmly throws his status for Week 2 into question, but it doesn't appear as it's something to be concerned about long-term. Alston ran for 84 yards and a touchdown on 16 carries in Auburn's season-opening win over Baylor.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Touchdown in season opener Alston accrued 16 carries for 84 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 38-24 win over Baylor.

Impact Alston led the way for the Auburn running back duo as he and Jeremiah Cobb both saw 16 carries, however Alston was able to edge Cobb with 84 rush yards to 74 as they both also managed to find the endzone.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Jackson Arnold accounts for 3 TDs, No. 24 Auburn beats South Alabama 31-15

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