Auburn freshman wide receiver Cam Coleman, a Five-Star Plus+ recruit ranked No. 3 overall in the 2024 On300, has quickly proven his worth by delivering standout performances early in his tenure with the Tigers. Coleman's remarkable achievements were highlighted when he was named the A-Day Offensive MVP, marking him as the first true freshman in Auburn football history to win the award, with a notable performance of 4 catches for 92 yards and 1 TD. Auburn Head Coach Hugh Freeze lauded Coleman's impact, stating, "I think he changes us… He just thinks every ball is catchable." Despite his on-field success, Coleman also attended his prom on the same day, balancing his athletic achievements with personal milestones. His performance at the A-Day game not only showcased his immense talent but also emphasized Auburn's reliance on the 17-year-old for the upcoming season.
"I ain't going to lie: Usually, I'll be nervous. But I was just chilling. I prayed before I went out there and took some deep breaths. Then I went out there and performed." Hear from the Offensive MVP of today's A-Day game — #Auburn WR Cam Coleman. ➡️: https://t.co/XkfoVK0SeY https://t.co/DJKBL9nB9M
After collecting MVP honors at the spring game, Cam Coleman is headed to prom later tonight. A-Day was a reminder of not only how immensely talented the 5-star freshman is, but also how much Auburn will rely on the 17-year-old next season https://t.co/B8EaXWiz9n https://t.co/QpX4KlaLCH
Auburn's 2024 A-Day MVP Awards: Offense: WR Cam Coleman (4 catches for 92 yards and 1 TD) Defense: S Jerrin Thompson (3 tackles, 1 sack) Special Teams: K Towns McGough (7/7 FG, including game-winner from 58) and all three were making their (sort of) Auburn debuts today
Auburn WR Cam Coleman: "When the ball's in the air, just go get it. That's really the mentality. When the ball is in the air, they trust me to win a 1-on-1 ball. Go get it."
Auburn WR Cam Coleman: "I know in this league, in the SEC, the DBs are not gonna just let you catch the ball all lackadaisical. You have to be aggressive when you catch the ball and just hold onto it."
Auburn WR Cam Coleman on his big A-Day performance: "I ain't gonna lie: Usually, I'll be nervous. But I was just chilling. I prayed before I went out there and took some deep breaths. Then I went out there and performed."
Auburn freshman WR Cam Coleman doesn’t have long — he’s got prom tonight. https://t.co/LmEk7SxHxy
you know how they talk about early enrollee football players and how they should be getting ready for prom? Auburn WR Cam Coleman just said he is literally going back to Central-Phenix City tonight for his prom https://t.co/TnSBqe6HyU
Hugh Freeze says wide receiver and defensive line are where #Auburn needs to add some more depth.
Naturally, Hugh Freeze gets a question about #Auburn WR Cam Coleman. Freeze: "I think he changes us. We need more. Anxious to get the other signees here like Perry (Thompson) and Malcolm (Simmons) to join that group, but I'm sure our fans were quite excited."
Auburn HC Hugh Freeze on WR Cam Coleman: “I think he changes us… He just thinks every ball is catchable.”
Auburn HC Hugh Freeze: “We’ve got a long way to go and a lot to clean up. We can’t come into this stadium flat, and I think we did that early today.”
#Auburn HC Hugh Freeze: "I know we've got a long way to go and a lot to clean up."
Hugh Freeze says that #Auburn was lacking "offensive energy and pizzaz" to start, "but there was a lot of good things that happened." He has a lot of praise for his specialists, who he says don't get enough credit.
Hearing from #Auburn HC Hugh Freeze now. "It was such a beautiful day for A-Day. ... Lot of great recruits here, so all of that was good last night and into this morning."
when Cam Coleman is named A-Day Offensive MVP later, he will become the first true freshman to win that award in Auburn football history
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Auburn freshman WR Cam Coleman showing why he was a Five-Star Plus+ recruit🦅 Coleman ranked No. 3 overall in the 2024 On300🔥 https://t.co/ji6BX0IUHw https://t.co/SCKZQ9S4Zn
Auburn five-star freshman wide receiver Cam Coleman has been as advertised during the early portion of his time with the Tigers. His latest standout moment: https://t.co/iLrgm7zILO
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"I hope it's not fool's gold. We obviously lost a lot back there, but I've been really excited about the progress we're seeing back there from those young guys." Hugh Freeze has seen a much-improved #Auburn secondary this spring, despite heavy turnover and lacking experience. A… https://t.co/KLTno1Sn9v
Hugh Freeze made a minor adjustment to Auburn's RPO system a couple weeks back. It's made a major difference for QB Payton Thorne. "I feel the best I've felt, honestly, since 2021 right now. I feel extremely confident." https://t.co/aYuZa2MmYw https://t.co/E4UoPfKacI