Shaun Shivers compares new Auburn RB to Kerryon Johnson, discusses Bo Nix's growth

Tank Bigsby is the starting running back at Auburn and should be one of the top rushers in the league under new OC Mike Bobo.

Backing him up will be Shaun Shivers, who will also contribute in the return game. On Saturday, after a practice session, Shivers spoke with the media.

He said he’s liking what he’s seeing from a new Auburn running back, comparing Jordon Ingram to former Auburn star Kerryon Johnson:

Shivers compares transfer RB Jordon Ingram to Kerryon Johnson because of "how patient he is and how he can hit it"

— Jordan D. Hill (@JordanDavisHill) August 7, 2021

With Bigsby and Shivers likely on top of the depth chart, we’ll see how big of a role Ingram can work his way into.

Meanwhile Shivers said he’s seen a lot of improvement in QB Bo Nix already this fall:

Shaun Shivers says Bo Nix is “more locked in and focused” this year. He’s making the right reads, right throws. Said Bryan Harsin and Mike Bobo have been working hard on his progress.

Is this the year?

— Tom Green (@Tomas_Verde) August 7, 2021

There’s a lot of optimism in Auburn right now. We’ll see how things progress moving toward Week 1!