ESPN analyst believes one particular transfer quarterback would fit well in Hugh Freeze's offense

Analyst Tom Luginbill says this one portal QB would fit at Auburn under Hugh Freeze.
ESPN analyst believes one particular transfer quarterback would fit well in Hugh Freeze's offense
ESPN analyst believes one particular transfer quarterback would fit well in Hugh Freeze's offense /
In this story:

Despite witnessing incumbent quarterback Robby Ashford begin to develop as the final few weeks of the season unfolded, it appears that Auburn and its new staff under Hugh Freeze will be looking to add a QB (or two) through the transfer portal.

There are quite a few names in the portal that both the staff and Tiger fans should keep an eye on. If they want a new signal-caller, they can get one.

ESPN analyst Tom Luginbill joined The Next Round to share one name in the portal that has caught his attention - Spencer Sanders, a four-year starter for Oklahoma State. Could he be a good fit for Auburn?

"The first thing I thought when I saw Spencer Sanders going to the transfer portal is one, that he's using the extra year of eligibility, and two - he would look awfully good in a Hugh Freeze offense," Luginbill said.

As far as skill set goes, Sanders is strikingly similar to one of Freeze's best quarterbacks at Ole Miss. Take a look at his numbers in comparison to Bo Wallace (Ole Miss, 2012-14):

Stat Categories

Spencer Sanders

Bo Wallace

Passing Yards

9,553 yards

9,534 yards

Passing Yards Per Game

233.1 yards

244.5 yards

Passing Touchdowns Per Game

1.63 touchdowns

1.59 touchdowns

Completion Percentage

61.0%

63.0%

Rushing Yards

1,956 yards

944 yards

Rushing Yards Per Game

47.7 yards

24.2 yards

Rushing Touchdowns Per Game

0.44 touchdowns

0.49 touchdowns

Total Touchdowns Per Game

2.07 touchdowns

2.08 touchdowns

It's almost funny how similar their production is. Sanders just happens to be more aggressive running the ball in terms of yardage... Wallace made up for it by finding the endzone on the ground more often.


Must read stories

The best quarterbacks available in the transfer portal

Auburn hires Jake Thorton as offensive line coach

The best wide receivers available in the transfer portal

The best offensive linemen available in the transfer portal

Auburn hires Wesley McGriff, returns for third stint with Tigers

Engage with Auburn Daily on Socials!

Join the Discord

Follow Auburn Daily on Twitter

Like Auburn Daily on Facebook

Subscribe to Locked On Auburn on YouTube

Buy Auburn Daily Merch


Published
Lance Dawe
LANCE DAWE

College football enthusiast. Wing connoisseur. Editor and contributor for @TheAuburnDaily. Host of @LockedonUK.