Auburn’s 2027 running back commit Myson Johnson-Cook keeps stacking up reasons to feel good about his future on the Plains.
Through a summer that has seen the Tigers land targets like Layton von Brandt and Deshawn Hall while also watching Kingston Miles and Cedrick Simmons flip away, Johnson-Cook has stayed locked in as the program’s third commit in the class. He has also been one of Auburn’s most vocal supporters in the recruiting process.
But his importance goes beyond being a cheerleader for the class. He’s also drawing serious attention as one of the best backs in the country.
The latest Rivals 300 placed Johnson-Cook at No. 7 among running backs, which is a strong mark for a four-star prospect. Rivals lists only two running backs as five-stars in the 2027 class, putting Johnson-Cook as the fifth-highest-rated four-star at the position.
Other services are even higher on him. ESPN has Johnson-Cook as the No. 1 running back in the 2027 class, while 247Sports slots him at No. 4.
The production backs up the buzz. Last season, Johnson-Cook ran for more than 1,300 yards and 20 touchdowns while facing one of the toughest schedules around, including IMG Academy. He also averaged more than 10 yards per carry and 111.8 yards per game.
That kind of output is a big part of why he’s so well regarded. Auburn fans will get their first look at him in 2027, when he’s set to make his debut for the Tigers.
He’ll be entering a backfield that already includes Omar Mabson, Bryson Washington and former five-star Alvin Henderson, so there will be plenty of competition and plenty of room to grow once he gets to campus.
Auburn has long had a knack for producing elite running backs, with names like Bo Jackson, Cadillac Williams, Kerryon Johnson, Tre Mason and Tank Bigsby setting the standard. Johnson-Cook now has a chance to add his own name to that line.
Rankings only tell part of the story, but Johnson-Cook’s high school dominance points to a player who should arrive in the SEC with real momentum behind him.
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