Auburn Offers Top 2027 RB Recruit Predicted to Choose Clemson

The Tigers are making a push for four-star running back Gary Walker, who is currently projected to land at Clemson.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:23pm

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The Auburn Tigers have offered a scholarship to four-star running back Gary Walker, who is currently predicted to commit to Clemson. Walker, a top-ranked 2027 prospect from Fairburn, Georgia, says he is impressed by Auburn's competitive program and the relationships he's building with the coaching staff. Despite Clemson being the favorite, Auburn's deep running back room could prove to be a selling point for the talented prospect.

Why it matters

Flipping top recruits from other elite programs is crucial for Auburn to continue building a championship-caliber roster. Landing Walker, a Georgia native ranked among the best running backs in the 2027 class, would be a major recruiting victory for the Tigers and a blow to Clemson's class.

The details

Walker, who plays for Creekside High School, received an offer from Auburn on Saturday, adding to his list of top program offers. He is currently rated as the fifth-best running back and 11th-best player from Georgia in the 2027 class. Despite being predicted to choose Clemson, Walker says he is impressed by Auburn's competitiveness and the relationships he's building with the coaching staff. Auburn's running back room, which features six of the best backs in the country, could be a selling point for the 2027 prospect.

  • Walker received his offer from Auburn on Saturday, April 10, 2026.
  • Walker is currently a junior in high school and will be part of the 2027 recruiting class.

The players

Gary Walker

A four-star running back recruit from Fairburn, Georgia, who is currently ranked as the fifth-best running back and 11th-best player from his home state in the 2027 class.

Alex Golesh

The offensive coordinator and running game coordinator for the Auburn Tigers, who is leading the recruitment of Walker.

Jeremiah Cobb

One of the top running backs in the country who is currently on Auburn's roster.

Nykahi Davenport

A new transfer running back joining Auburn's roster for the 2026 season.

Omar Mabson II

A returning running back on Auburn's roster from the 2025 season.

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What they’re saying

“'Auburn stands [out in] how competitive they are every day. It feels like a place [that] brought in great people... Getting the offer was a blessing.'”

— Gary Walker, Recruit

“'I'm explosive, physical, and I'm always trying to make an impact every play. [I model my game after] LSU Leonard Fournette and Jeremiah Love.'”

— Gary Walker, Recruit

“'My ideal fit is somewhere that feels like home, develops me, and pushes me to be better.'”

— Gary Walker, Recruit

What’s next

Walker still has another full year of high school football to continue bolstering his recruitment, and he may earn a five-star rating before long. Auburn will look to continue building a strong relationship with the top 2027 running back prospect.

The takeaway

Auburn is making a concerted effort to flip one of the top running back recruits in the 2027 class from Clemson, highlighting the program's competitiveness, coaching staff, and deep running back room as selling points. Landing Walker would be a major recruiting victory for the Tigers.