Xavier Atkins

College football linebacker

American Houston, Texas, USA Virgo 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)

Quick Info

ProfessionCollege football linebacker
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth12/09/2005
Age21 years
BirthplaceHouston, Texas, USA
Zodiac SignVirgo

Latest News about Xavier Atkins

20/10/2026

Auburn reportedly dismissed linebacker Xavier Atkins from the team, according to a report from ESPN's Pete Thamel citing sources. The move followed his suspension for Auburn's upset win over No. 1 Georgia, after which his status had remained uncertain. Atkins, who earned first-team All-SEC honours in 2025 by leading the league with 17.0 tackles for loss, had been one of the Tigers' most productive defenders this season.

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryXavier Atkins is an American college football linebacker who plays for the Auburn Tigers. He previously played for the LSU Tigers, transferring to Auburn after his freshman season in 2024. He was reported dismissed from the Auburn team in October 2026.

Physical Stats & More

Height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight210 lb (95 kg)
Jersey Number17
PositionLinebacker

Educational Qualification(s)

High School
  • Jonesboro-Hodge High School, Jonesboro, Louisiana
  • Summer Creek High School, Houston, Texas
University
  • LSU (2024)
  • Auburn University (2025 to present)

Career

RecruitmentInitially committed to the University of Missouri before choosing LSU.
LSUPlayed seven games as a freshman in 2024 and recorded three tackles.
AuburnBecame a starter in 2025, finishing with 84 tackles, 17 tackles for loss and nine sacks, and earning First-Team All-SEC and Second-Team All-American honours.
2026 SeasonNamed to the preseason All-SEC team; by mid-season had 37 tackles, 3 sacks and one interception, and was suspended for an Auburn game against Georgia. Later reported by ESPN sources as dismissed from the Auburn team in October 2026.

Social Media

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Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Goes by the nickname "DEEBO" on social media.
2. Known for rushing the quarterback like an edge rusher despite playing as a middle linebacker.

Also born on 12 September

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