Former Auburn receiver with elite high school pedigree, but no longer on the roster
Duke Smith arrived at Auburn as a highly touted in-state receiver from Selma, with recruiting buzz that included top-state and national athlete rankings and a reputation as a versatile, productive playmaker in high school. In the 2025 season, he saw only brief action for Auburn and did not record a reception, and reports in June 2026 said he was no longer on the team. The biggest takeaway: the upside was real, but for a roster decision, current availability matters more than scouting tape right now.
