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Freshman Keldric Faulk may 'have to play early' on Auburn's defensive line

On3 imageby:Ellie Oldham•03/20/23•

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Keldric Faulk (Photo Credit: Cole Pinkston On3)

AUBURN — With defensive standout Derick Hall not longer on this Auburn roster, there is a large position that needs to be filled at edge.

On Wednesday afternoon, Hugh Freeze pointed out that Auburn needs to improve their pass rushing defense in order to be successful this season. One of the names that he mentioned would be getting a chance to have some impressive playing time as a freshman was Keldric Faulk.

The Alabama native led Highland Home High School to the AHSAA 2A State Semifinals this past season and made the ASWA first team all-state. The four-star recruit was also rated as high as the No. 79 player in the country.

“I think he’s going to be a phenomenal player and I think he’s going to have to play early,” Freeze said. “He’s a great kid to coach, a prized recruit for us in that first class. We’re very pleased with him… he’s just gotta to learn now.”

The 240 freshman’s role has not been set yet, but Freeze told the media on Monday that Faulk looks like a solid option for the edge position if he is able to pick up on all of their responsibilities.

Luckly, the six-foot-six freshman moved onto campus a semester early and his getting in solid reps to be able to make an impact early. In the first scrimmage this past week, he showed great quickness at the line and lots of raw talent.

“That position on our defense does a lot, so it’s a learning curve,” Freeze added. “It’s great that he’s here this spring to get these 15 practices so that he goes into this summer with a better understanding but we’re excited about the future for him.”

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