# Xavier Atkins departure from Auburn football

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/xavier-atkins-departure-from-auburn-football
> Updated: 2026-10-20T05:02:02.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Auburn University linebacker Xavier Atkins, a key defensive player, was initially reported to miss a game against Georgia. At that time, head coach Alex Golesh confirmed Atkins would not travel to Athens but declined to provide a specific reason for his absence, stating details would be kept “in house”.

Following a suspension, Atkins was subsequently dismissed from the Auburn football program and removed from the team’s online roster. Atkins released a statement expressing respect for the university and indicated his intention to enter the transfer portal. He noted his current focus is on his health, family, and academic responsibilities.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: Xavier Atkins dismissed from Auburn football program

Auburn linebacker Xavier Atkins has been removed from the team roster and announced plans to enter the transfer portal, citing a focus on his health and family.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/xavier-atkins-dismissed-from-auburn-football-program

### 2026-10-13: Auburn linebacker Xavier Atkins to miss game against Georgia

Auburn linebacker Xavier Atkins will miss the upcoming game against No. 1 Georgia, leaving the Tigers' defense without its second-leading tackler.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/auburn-linebacker-xavier-atkins-to-miss-game-against-georgia

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