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Auburn Tigers Land Commitment From Coveted LSU Football Defensive Line Target
Hueytown (Ala.) four-star defensive lineman Donivan Moore has committed to Alex Golesh and the Auburn Tigers after making his decision public on Thursday evening.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Donivan Moore, a highly-touted four-star defensive lineman from Hueytown, Alabama, has committed to play football for the Auburn Tigers. Moore, ranked as the No. 1 overall recruit in Alabama and the No. 5 defensive lineman in the 2027 recruiting class, chose Auburn over offers from LSU, Ole Miss, Ohio State, Texas, and Alabama.
Why it matters
This is a significant recruiting win for the Auburn Tigers, as they were able to land one of the top defensive line prospects in the country who was also heavily pursued by several other elite college football programs, including in-state rival Alabama and SEC powerhouse LSU.
The details
Moore, a 6-foot-4, 280-pound defensive lineman, announced his commitment to Auburn on Thursday evening. He had narrowed his list of potential schools down to six finalists before ultimately deciding on the Tigers. Auburn's new coaching staff, led by head coach Alex Golesh, was able to build strong trust and communication with Moore throughout his recruitment, which was a key factor in his decision.
- Donivan Moore announced his commitment to Auburn on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
- Moore had previously narrowed his list of potential schools down to six finalists earlier this month.
The players
Donivan Moore
A four-star defensive lineman from Hueytown, Alabama, who is ranked as the No. 1 overall recruit in the state and the No. 5 defensive lineman in the 2027 recruiting class.
Alex Golesh
The head coach of the Auburn Tigers football team, who was able to build strong trust and communication with Donivan Moore throughout his recruitment.
Lane Kiffin
The head coach of the LSU Tigers football team, who was also pursuing Donivan Moore as a top defensive line target.
What they’re saying
“One of the biggest reasons I committed now is trust. Coach Vontrell [King-Williams] is honest with me, and I believe the coaches there. The communication was key — they never stopped checking on me. And when I'm there, it just feels like home.”
— Donivan Moore (Rivals)
“I'm very excited about their future. They're coming back up. I like Coach Golesh and I really like Coach King.”
— Donivan Moore (Rivals)
What’s next
With Donivan Moore's commitment to Auburn, LSU will now need to pivot and focus their efforts on other top defensive line targets in the 2027 recruiting class.
The takeaway
Auburn's ability to land a highly-coveted defensive line prospect like Donivan Moore, who was also being heavily recruited by in-state rival Alabama and SEC power LSU, is a significant win for the Tigers' program and a sign that their new coaching staff is making strong inroads on the recruiting trail.
