Reacting to Xavier Atkins’ dismissal

Following linebacker Xavier Atkins' dismissal from the program after five games in his second season with the Tigers, Auburn looks to move forward without the former All-American. On the Auburn247 Podcast, Nathan King and Jason Caldwell discuss Atkins' departure and how fellow linebackers Elijah Melendez, Bryce Deas and De'Marcus Riddick stepped up in Auburn's win over No. 1 Georgia. Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Auburn247.com 50% off an annual Auburn247 subscription: https://secure.247sports.com/college/auburn/join/?source=FSLOGIN