Auburn football received a major boost on Wednesday as five-star quarterback officially joined the program during the early signing period, igniting hopes of a return to the glory days of Tigers football.

The Tigers experienced a challenging 5-7 season, highlighted by a home victory over Texas A&M but marred by missing bowl eligibility after a heartbreaking loss to Alabama in the Iron Bowl. Auburn finished 14th in the SEC, continuing a multi-year decline from national contention. However, Knight’s signing provides a spark of optimism for the program’s future.

Knight, a 6’4″ quarterback from Mississippi, is one of the nation’s top-ranked players. Previously committed to Notre Dame, he flipped his commitment to Auburn earlier this year and made it official on Wednesday. Knight expressed his excitement about revitalizing Auburn football, referencing the team’s national championship-winning era.

“WDE it’s time to turn this program around!! We bringing the 2010-2011 vibes back to the plains,” Knight wrote on social media, alongside an eagle emoji, as shared by Hayes Fawcett of On3 Sports.

The 2010-11 season marked Auburn’s last national championship, led by dynamic quarterback Cam Newton, who later achieved NFL MVP honors. Knight’s commitment carries echoes of that era, as fans hope his presence will restore the program to its former prominence.

Auburn’s storied history and passionate fan base make Knight’s arrival a pivotal moment as the Tigers aim to rebuild their program under new leadership. His talent and leadership potential could help usher in a new chapter of success on the Plains.