Two key players in Auburn's secondary returning despite mass exodus

Sep 27, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Auburn Tigers safety Eric Winters (25) reacts after sacking Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (not pictured) during the first quarter at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images | Maria Lysaker-Imagn ImagesWhile there has been a mass exodus of talent from the Plains since Alex Golesh arrived as Auburn’s head coach, some good news finally came for the Tigers’ secondary as AnQuon Fegans and Eric Winters have announced they will return for the 2026 season.

As freshmen this past season, both players saw time at safety, with Fegans recording 24 total tackles, one pass broken up and one interception, while Winters posted 33 total…