Demarcus Riddick looks like Auburn’s bounce-back linebacker playmaker
In the 2025 season, Demarcus Riddick played in 10 games with four starts and posted 13 tackles, one sack and two passes defended, then returned for 2026 with reports saying his confidence is back after a shoulder injury limited him late last year[1][8]. Auburn and national outlets praise his quickness, coverage range and ability to handle third-down duties, with one analyst calling him an elite player and Auburn expecting him to be a major defensive contributor in 2026[6][8][9]. If your team wants a fast, athletic linebacker who can erase space, survive in coverage and still flash as a pass rusher, he’s a strong fit[6][11].
