· 2026-06-12 · Sports Illustrated

The Auburn Tigers are making headlines in the recruiting world as they aim for a third consecutive win against Georgia. Under the leadership of first-year head coach Alex Golesh, the Tigers have already secured two significant commitments from top recruits, Isaac McNeil and Chance Gilbert, both of whom chose Auburn over Georgia. McNeil, a highly-rated linebacker, and Gilbert, a four-star safety, have bolstered Auburn's recruiting class, showcasing Golesh's ability to compete with one of the SEC's top recruiters, Kirby Smart. Now, the Tigers are eyeing Karlos May, a four-star defensive lineman, who is currently rated as the 11th-best in the country. May's commitment would mark another major victory for Auburn in this recruiting cycle. Despite a strong push from Georgia, Auburn holds a 90.1% chance to land May, who recently expressed his admiration for the Bulldogs during a visit. As the recruiting battle intensifies, all eyes will be on May's decision, which could further solidify Auburn Tigers' position in the SEC landscape.