Sad: Hugh Freeze Announced Massive Set-back As Auburn Loses Former Starting Offensive Tackle To Transfer Portal”………
Auburn has lost its former starting offensive tackle, Percy Lewis, to the transfer portal. The 6-foot-6, 375-pound lineman, who was part of
the team’s offensive line, had been with the program for a short time. He made his transfer to Auburn in 2023 after playing previously at the University of Mississippi. Lewis joined Auburn’s roster in 2023 and initially was expected to be a significant part of the team’s offensive line for the upcoming seasons.
Lewis’s decision to enter the transfer portal comes at a critical time for the Tigers as they continue to build their roster for the future. Offensive line depth is essential for the success of any team, and the loss of a starting-caliber player like Lewis leaves a hole to fill. Despite being a key figure in the offensive line in previous games, Lewis has now chosen to seek new opportunities elsewhere.
The reasons for his transfer are not immediately clear. Lewis had the potential to be a strong asset for Auburn’s line in the upcoming season, but for personal or professional reasons, he opted to explore different options. His departure is seen as a setback for Auburn’s offensive line depth, which had already been a concern for the team in the past.
In the 2023 season, Auburn faced several challenges on the offensive line, with players being shuffled around due to injuries and other factors. With the addition of Percy Lewis, the Tigers were hopeful to solidify that position. Now, with his transfer, Auburn will need to adjust its plans and find a replacement who can provide similar strength and experience in the trenches.
Lewis’s time at Auburn was brief, but the transfer portal has been a common avenue for players to find new teams in the current college football landscape. For Auburn, the focus will now shift to ensuring that they are able to maintain a strong offensive line moving forward, even without Lewis. While this loss adds another hurdle, Auburn’s coaching staff will be looking to other players on the roster to step up and fill the gap left by Lewis’s departure.
