Auburn RB Omar Mabson II Aids Tigers' Recruitment of Breakout Recruit Tripp Chatmon

As Tripp Chatmon's recruitment begins to blossom, Auburn running back Omar Mabson II is playing a key role.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:18am

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Tripp Chatmon, a class of 2028 running back out of Cartersville, Georgia, has emerged as a top target for the Auburn Tigers. During a recent visit to Auburn, Chatmon had the opportunity to connect with current Tigers running back Omar Mabson II, who provided valuable insight and advice to the young prospect.

Why it matters

The addition of Chatmon, a highly productive sophomore running back, could be a significant boost to Auburn's future backfield. Mabson's involvement in the recruitment process highlights the program's commitment to developing relationships with top talent and showcasing the support system available to players.

The details

Chatmon, who plays for 2025 national champion Buford High School, carried the ball 50 times for 398 yards and nine touchdowns in his sophomore campaign. During his visit to Auburn, Chatmon was impressed by the team's facilities and the overall work ethic and high expectations of the coaches and players. He also had a valuable conversation with Mabson, who is similar in stature, about ways to succeed as a smaller running back, including gaining weight and improving speed.

  • Chatmon visited Auburn on April 9, 2026.
  • Chatmon is a class of 2028 recruit.

The players

Tripp Chatmon

A class of 2028 running back out of Cartersville, Georgia, who plays for 2025 national champion Buford High School. He carried the ball 50 times for 398 yards and nine touchdowns in his sophomore campaign.

Omar Mabson II

A current running back for the Auburn Tigers, who provided valuable insight and advice to Tripp Chatmon during his visit to the program.

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What they’re saying

“Overall, I really liked my visit to Auburn. I got to watch and talk to some of the running backs and pick at their brains about Auburn...Auburn is near the top of my board right now, I have been to several games and practices and I have always liked what I have seen.”

— Tripp Chatmon

“I enjoyed my conversation with Omar Mabson, because we are both on the smaller side height wise we talked about ways to still be seen by gaining good weight and getting faster.”

— Tripp Chatmon

“I like the setup of the whole football facility. I loved that everything you need, indoor/ outdoor fields, weight room (the hill), training room, and locker room, is all right in that spot.”

— Tripp Chatmon

What’s next

Chatmon is still early in his recruitment and has yet to net a star classification, but he remains motivated to continue working hard and proving himself. Auburn will look to capitalize on the positive impression made during his visit and continue building a strong relationship with the promising young running back.

The takeaway

This recruitment showcases Auburn's commitment to developing relationships with top talent and providing a supportive environment for players of all sizes to thrive. Mabson's involvement demonstrates the program's holistic approach to player development and the value it places on mentorship between current and future Tigers.