Na'eem Offord makes return to the Plains for Big Cat

Auburn football is attempting to stay competitive in the race for many of the nation’s top players in the 2025 recruiting cycle. After a successful Big Cat Weekend, have the Tigers made any gains in tight races?

They certainly think so, especially on five-star cornerback Na'eem Offord, who committed to the Ohio State Buckeyes on Feb. 4.

Offord has been a star throughout his high school career at Parker (Ala.), doing whatever he can to make plays on the ball and cause havoc for opponents.

During the weekend’s festivities, Offord did not do a lot game-related activities. Instead, his visit was more focused on meeting others and seeing the culture that has been developed on the Plains.

“It was just a fun day,” Offord said. “It was more having fun and just hanging around. We did that little scavenger hunt and were running around. That was fun.”

Offord is currently ranked as the No. 9 overall player and No. 3 cornerback in the nation according to the On3 industry ranking, but is seen by all major outlets as the No. 1 player in the state of Alabama.

Former Buckeyes’ commit Blake Woodby already committed to Auburn on Saturday. Now, the Tigers are in heavy pursuit to get another top prospect on their side.

“I’m currently committed to Ohio State, but still enjoying the process,” Offord said. “With Auburn, I’m an in-state guy, so they want to recruit me as hard as they can.”

Auburn currently holds the No. 12 recruiting class in the country for the 2025 cycle, looking to continually improve as the fall season nears.

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