Where does Auburn stand with LB JaMichael Garrett ahead of his commitment date?

Commitment date is looming for 2026 linebacker JaMichael Garrett , and Auburn is in a comfortable spot to land him.

In a recent interview with Chad Simmons of On3 , Garrett says that he will announce his commitment “in the next two weeks or so.” Where does Auburn stand with Garrett ahead of his decision date? On3 is heavily leaning towards Auburn by giving them a 97.3% chance to earn his commitment while 247Sports has logged two crystal ball predictions in favor of the Tigers .

Garrett tells On3 that his relationships with defensive coordinator DJ Durkin , EDGE coach Josh Aldridge , and cornerbacks coach Wesley McGriff are strong and he feels that they can push him to be great. For the program as a whole, Garrett says that Auburn reminds him of his high school program.

“The brotherhood at Auburn is different from anyone in the nation. It is like my high school team and everyone is close,” Garrett said. “It just feels good when I am there. Then the networking is great too. It is a great school to go to get set up for after football.”

LSU is the team to beat for Garrett’s commitment, but Auburn is the early favorite to land him. Garrett will have a busy week by visiting the Bayou on July 25 before making his way to the Plains for Big Cat Weekend beginning Friday. Much like 2025 safety Anquon Fegans , Garrett could commit to Auburn following a successful weekend visit.

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