Auburn lands commitment from top 5 athlete in 2020 class

Auburn landed a notable prospect for its 2020 class on Saturday.

The Tigers picked up a pledge from Ladarius Tennison, an athlete from Southwest Brevard County, Florida (Rockledge). The 4-star prospect, according to 247Sports, is listed at 5-foot-9 and 193 pounds. He’s ranked the No. 5 athlete in the country in this class, and the No. 39 player from the state of Florida. He reportedly has 24 offers.

Jeffrey Lee of Rivals reported that Tennison would play the nickel position on Auburn’s defense.

The commitment puts Auburn’s class at No. 4 in the SEC, and No. 7 in the country, according to 247Sports. He’s the 19th pickup for Auburn.

Here are some highlights from Hudl:

Ladarius Tennison @almighty__Tenn5 , the No. 7 athlete in the 2020 class, just told me via text that he has committed to Auburn. Huge pickup for the Tigers. He’ll play the nickel position in Auburn’s defense. pic.twitter.com/wJ6PZ8DtP0

— Jeffrey Lee (@JLeeAURivals) September 15, 2019