Auburn wide receiver Cam Coleman is headed for the transfer portal, and with that move, one of college football’s most explosive playmakers just became the top name on the market. After two seasons of making highlight-reel catches in an offense that often couldn’t keep pace with his talent, Coleman is looking for a fresh start - and a bigger stage to showcase what he can really do.
At 6-foot-3 and nearly 200 pounds, Coleman has the kind of physical tools that don’t come around often. He’s a matchup nightmare on the outside, with the speed to separate and the size to win contested balls. Over 25 games at Auburn, he racked up 93 catches for 1,306 yards and 13 touchdowns - strong numbers, especially considering the Tigers’ passing game rarely gave him much help.
Coleman’s decision comes at a pivotal time for Auburn. The program is transitioning under new head coach Alex Golesh, who took over after Hugh Freeze was let go in November. Golesh and his staff made a strong push to keep Coleman in the fold for the 2026 season, but ultimately, the allure of a more stable offensive situation - and a potential NFL payday - proved too strong to pass up.
Make no mistake: this is more than just a player entering the portal. This is a top-tier talent with first-round NFL potential signaling that he’s ready to find a system that can fully unlock his game.
Coleman was a five-star recruit and the No. 2 wide receiver in the 2024 class, ranked No. 5 overall nationally. He was also Auburn’s second-highest rated signee in the modern era, and he still has two years of eligibility left - though with a big junior season, he’s a strong candidate to declare early for the 2027 NFL Draft.
And now? Coleman has options. Lots of them.
Programs across the country are expected to line up for a shot at landing him. Oklahoma, Texas, Texas Tech, and USC are all expected to be in the mix.
Alabama could be a particularly intriguing fit - pairing Coleman with fellow 2024 standout Ryan Williams would instantly give the Tide one of the most dangerous receiving duos in the country. Ohio State is another potential landing spot, especially if Carnell Tate declares for the draft.
Imagine Coleman and Jeremiah Smith on the field together - that’s a defensive coordinator’s nightmare.
Don’t sleep on Texas A&M, either. Coleman was once committed to the Aggies before flipping to Auburn, and now Holmon Wiggins - the coach who originally recruited him while at Alabama - is set to take over as A&M’s offensive coordinator. That prior relationship could carry weight as Coleman evaluates his next move.
As for Auburn, the program is clearly entering a new era. Golesh is bringing his up-tempo system from South Florida, and there’s a chance he reunites with quarterback Byrum Brown, who thrived under him with the Bulls. That duo could bring some much-needed juice to the Tigers’ offense, but it looks like they’ll be doing it without their most dynamic weapon on the perimeter.
Coleman’s entry into the portal is one of the biggest moves of this transfer cycle - and it’s not just because of his production. It’s the total package: elite pedigree, proven performance, and sky-high NFL upside. Wherever he lands, Coleman has the ability to immediately elevate an offense and become a focal point in the passing game.
This is a player who’s not just looking for a new team - he’s looking for a launchpad. And with the right fit, Cam Coleman could go from college star to first-round lock in a hurry.