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Which NFL Team has the most Auburn players on its 2025 preseason roster?

NFL training camp is underway, and many former Auburn Tigers are looking to make a splash. Some aim to continue their stellar careers, while others are looking to break through as first-year professional players. One of those looking to make his way onto the depth chart is former Auburn running back Jarquez Hunter, who was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL draft. Hunter logged 1,201 yards last season in year two of being the Tigers' premier back, and is looking to showcase his talents in the NFL during his rookie campaign. Earlier this month, during OTAs, Rams running backs coach Ron Gould pointed out that Hunter can make opposing defenses pay in two ways. "His superpower is his speed, he's really fast," Gould said in an interview with "And then the second thing is, if you get the pads on you, he's a heavier guy, he's a guy who can go north and south, and he's a guy who's gonna be able to come out of a lot of tackles." Hunter, however, is the lone former Tiger currently on the Rams' roster. Which team has the most former Tigers? Here's a breakdown as the NFL preseason gets underway. Minnesota Vikings If you are looking for an NFL team to support this season, the Minnesota Vikings are a worthy candidate as four former Tigers are on their training camp roster. All four players were on Auburn's 2024 roster, with linebackers Dorian Mausi and Austin Keys headlining the charge. Punter Oscar Chapman and wide receiver Robert Lewis are also going through preseason work with the Vikings. Jacksonville Jaguars Former Auburn EDGE rusher Jalen McLeod joins veterans Daniel Thomas and Tank Bigsby in Jacksonville for training camp. McLeod was drafted in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL draft by the Jaguars and is paving the way for Keldric Faulk to be the next EDGE that Auburn will send to the league. Las Vegas Raiders The Raiders currently house three former Tigers: Daniel Carlson, Shedrick Jackson, and Seth Williams. Williams recently signed with the Raiders after a successful stint in the UFL with the DC Defenders. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the 2021 NFL draft, and he also spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars before moving to the UFL. Seattle Seahawks Derrick Hall is back with Seattle after posting 64 tackles and eight sacks in two seasons with the Seahawks. Hall broke out last season by making 35 tackles and eight sacks in 17 games. He will be joined by cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett and defensive lineman Justin Rogers for training camp in the Pacific Northwest. Tennessee Titans A pair of 2024 defensive linemen joined the Titans roster to give Auburn more "local" representation. Philip Blidi and Isaiah Raikes are going through preseason workouts in Tennessee this year, joining former Auburn cornerback Roger McCreary, who was Auburn's lone draft pick in 2022. Teams with two Tigers There are a few teams that have two former Auburn players this preseason: Los Angeles Chargers, New England Patriots, New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Washington Commanders. Several notable players in this category include Noah Igbinoghene with the Commanders, Jamel Dean with the Buccaneers, and Carlton Davis with the Patriots. Teams with one Tiger Auburn's representation in the NFL is widespread thanks to teams having at least one former player on their rosters. Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Cincinnati Bengals, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, New York Giants, and Pittsburgh Steelers fit in this category. Several players of note that fit in this are Panthers' defensive tackle Derrick Brown, Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham, Colts offensive lineman Braden Smith, and Rams running back Jarquez Hunter. Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow Taylor on Twitter This article originally appeared on Auburn Wire: NFL: Auburn football well represented on preseason rosters