versatile ACU forward with real production — now a former Wildcat
In the 2023-24 season, Airion Simmons gave Abilene Christian a sturdy frontcourt presence, averaging 9.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists while shooting .478 from the floor and .343 from three. He flashed impact games like a 23-point, 12-rebound night and earned all-conference recognition, suggesting a physical, multi-skilled forward who can score, pass, and rebound. The big caveat: by 2026, NCAA and AP reports say he is no longer in the program and has been ruled permanently ineligible after a sports-betting integrity violation, which makes him a non-starter for any team evaluation.
