{"id":9770,"date":"2025-04-30T13:03:47","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T13:03:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asport.com.ng\/?p=9770"},"modified":"2025-04-30T13:03:47","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T13:03:47","slug":"deal-report-auburn-tigers-running-back-damari-alston-declines-nfl-draft-to-return-for-senior-season-as-he-explains-his-decision-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asport.com.ng\/?p=9770","title":{"rendered":"Deal Report: Auburn Tigers Running Back Damari Alston Declines NFL Draft to Return For Senior Season as He Explains His Decision."},"content":{"rendered":"

Deal Report: Auburn Tigers Running Back Damari Alston Declines NFL Draft to Return For Senior Season as He Explains His Decision<\/strong><\/h1>\n

In an era where top college football talent is often quick to declare for the NFL Draft, Auburn running back Damari Alston has made a decision that bucks the trend\u2014and made waves throughout the SEC in the process. The Tigers\u2019 veteran tailback announced this week that he is opting to return to Auburn for his senior season, turning down an opportunity to enter the 2025 NFL Draft.<\/p>\n

The move signals not just loyalty to his program, but a strategic gamble that another year in orange and blue could significantly elevate his draft stock, his leadership profile, and Auburn\u2019s return to national relevance.<\/p>\n

Alston\u2019s decision came via a heartfelt video posted on his social media accounts. Standing on the 50-yard line at Jordan-Hare Stadium with his family beside him, the Atlanta native delivered a message that blended personal reflection with competitive fire.<\/p>\n

\u201cAuburn has given me everything,\u201d Alston said. \u201cThis place shaped me. I\u2019ve grown here as a player and as a man. And while the NFL has always been a dream, there\u2019s unfinished business here. I\u2019m coming back for one more season. Let\u2019s go to work.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The message was met with immediate enthusiasm from Auburn fans, teammates, and coaches alike. Within minutes, tributes and reactions flooded X (formerly Twitter), many labeling Alston\u2019s return as the biggest offseason win yet for second-year head coach Hugh Freeze.<\/p>\n

When asked in an exclusive interview with The Plains Report<\/em> why he chose to delay the NFL and return to the college game, Alston didn\u2019t hesitate.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt wasn\u2019t an easy decision, but it was the right one for me,\u201d he said. \u201cI\u2019ve had conversations with Coach Freeze, with my family, and with agents. We looked at where I stood draft-wise, and we knew I could make the leap now. But at the same time, we believed one more year at Auburn could push me even higher\u2014and I want to help bring Auburn back to the top.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Alston cited several factors in his decision:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Leadership Role<\/strong>: \u201cI feel like this is my team now,\u201d he said. \u201cBeing able to mentor the young backs, lead in the locker room\u2014that matters to me.\u201d<\/li>\n
  • Team Momentum<\/strong>: \u201cWe\u2019ve got something special brewing. Coach Freeze has us believing again. I want to be a part of that journey.\u201d<\/li>\n
  • Draft Stock Strategy<\/strong>: \u201cI had good film this past season, but not my best. I know what I\u2019m capable of. Another year to really show the NFL what I can do\u2014that\u2019s what excites me.\u201d<\/li>\n
  • NIL Opportunities<\/strong>: \u201cThere are also new NIL opportunities that allow guys like me to stay. I\u2019m blessed to have great support behind me.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    In 2024, Alston emerged as Auburn\u2019s most consistent offensive weapon. Despite a Tigers offense that went through growing pains, Alston rushed for 1,121 yards and 11 touchdowns on 208 carries, averaging 5.4 yards per carry. He also added 25 receptions for 212 yards and 2 receiving scores, showcasing his versatility.<\/p>\n

    Perhaps most importantly, Alston finished the season strong. In Auburn\u2019s final four games\u2014including an Iron Bowl performance where he ran for 137 yards and 2 touchdowns against Alabama\u2014he cemented himself as a legitimate SEC back capable of taking over games.<\/p>\n

    NFL scouts took notice, with some projections placing him as a Day 2 or early Day 3 selection in the 2025 Draft. Still, for Alston, it wasn\u2019t high enough.<\/p>\n

    \u201cI want to be a Day 1 guy. A top-tier back. That\u2019s the goal.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze was effusive in his praise of Alston\u2019s maturity and impact both on and off the field.<\/p>\n

    \u201cDamari is everything you want in a student-athlete,\u201d Freeze said. \u201cHis work ethic, his humility, his toughness\u2014he\u2019s a warrior. Having him back for another season is huge for us.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Freeze also hinted that Alston\u2019s return gives Auburn an edge heading into 2025.<\/p>\n

    \u201cThis program is on the rise. And leaders like Damari are the reason why.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    For Auburn players, Alston\u2019s decision was more than just a football headline\u2014it was a morale boost.<\/p>\n

    Quarterback Hank Brown, who is expected to take a significant leap next season, celebrated Alston\u2019s return on Instagram, writing: \u201cWe got the general back. Let\u2019s ride.\u201d<\/p>\n

    Freshman offensive lineman Caleb Stevenson called Alston \u201cthe ultimate leader.\u201d<\/p>\n

    \u201cHe\u2019s the one who keeps us locked in. Having him back sets the tone for everybody.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Wide receiver Jay Fair said it \u201cfelt like we just won a bowl game\u201d when Alston made it official.<\/p>\n

    \u201cEveryone knew what he meant to this team. And now we get to run it back with him. That\u2019s a blessing.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    With Alston returning, Auburn\u2019s backfield is instantly among the best in the SEC. The Tigers also retain Jarquez Hunter\u2019s understudies and add promising freshman speedster Malik Kirkland.<\/p>\n

    The offensive line is expected to be more cohesive in 2025, with multiple starters returning and a few key additions via the transfer portal. Alston\u2019s presence gives Auburn a feature back capable of carrying the offense while a young receiving corps develops chemistry with Brown or whichever quarterback wins the job.<\/p>\n

    \u201cDamari brings stability,\u201d said offensive coordinator Philip Montgomery. \u201cWe can build around that.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Defensively, the Tigers made strides late in 2024 and should benefit from added depth and experience. With a favorable early schedule in 2025, the possibility of a 10-win season and SEC West contention suddenly doesn\u2019t feel so far-fetched.<\/p>\n

    Alston\u2019s decision also reflects the evolving nature of college football. Once upon a time, a running back with 1,000+ yards in the SEC would be gone to the NFL without hesitation. But with NIL earnings providing financial support\u2014and more players prioritizing draft position and long-term career trajectory\u2014staying in school is no longer a fallback plan. It’s a business decision.<\/p>\n

    \u201cI\u2019m getting paid, I\u2019m getting better, and I\u2019m playing the game I love in front of a fanbase that means everything to me,\u201d Alston said. \u201cWhat\u2019s not to love about that?\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Sources close to Alston confirmed that he has secured multiple NIL deals for the 2025 season, including endorsements with a regional sports drink company and a national apparel brand. While the financial details remain undisclosed, insiders say his NIL valuation would make him one of the highest-paid returning running backs in the country.<\/p>\n

    With 2,459 career rushing yards and 25 total touchdowns already to his name, Alston enters 2025 with the chance to finish in the top five on Auburn\u2019s all-time rushing list. Only legends like Bo Jackson, Cadillac Williams, and Tank Bigsby stand ahead of him.<\/p>\n

    \u201cIt would mean the world to etch my name into Auburn history,\u201d Alston said. \u201cBut even more than that, I want to win. I want to leave this place better than I found it.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    If Alston puts together another 1,200+ yard season and helps Auburn win 9\u201310 games, his draft stock could skyrocket. More importantly for Auburn fans, the Tigers would be firmly back in the national spotlight.<\/p>\n

    NFL executives have taken note of Alston\u2019s decision.<\/p>\n

    One NFC scout said the move could \u201ceasily push him into the second round\u201d next year.<\/p>\n

    \u201cHe\u2019s durable, he\u2019s explosive, and he\u2019s a true locker room guy. Running backs don\u2019t get drafted high unless they\u2019re difference-makers. One more year could be the polish he needs.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Another AFC scout praised Alston\u2019s instincts and vision but noted a few areas for growth.<\/p>\n

    \u201cHe needs to improve in pass protection and show consistent burst at the second level. But he\u2019s trending in the right direction. A great senior year, and he\u2019ll be on everyone\u2019s radar.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    To say Auburn fans are thrilled would be an understatement. One post on Auburn\u2019s 247Sports board titled \u201cALSTON STAYS = SEC CHAMPS???\u201d quickly gained over 500 upvotes.<\/p>\n

    Fan responses ranged from hopeful to emotional:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • \u201cThis kid bleeds Auburn. Let\u2019s reward that with a sold-out stadium every game.\u201d<\/li>\n
    • \u201cWe lost Tank early. Seeing Damari return just feels like we\u2019re building something real.\u201d<\/li>\n
    • \u201cFreeze + Alston + Brown = 2025 surprise team. Book it.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Before ending his interview, Alston offered a message to fans and teammates:<\/p>\n

      \u201cY\u2019all believed in me from the jump, even when I was just a three-star kid out of Georgia. I\u2019m coming back not just to play, but to finish what we started. I want to leave a legacy\u2014and bring home a ring.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

      For a program craving a return to glory, those words hit home. And for Damari Alston, the road to NFL greatness still runs through Jordan-Hare.<\/p>\n

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