Auburn’s upcoming game against Georgia is a big occasion for a variety of reasons.

It’s a rivalry game, a home matchup against a top 10 team, a primetime kickoff on ABC and a celebration of legendary Auburn quarterback Cam Newton, who will have his jersey retired.

Those are all reasons to use the occasion as a big recruiting weekend, and Auburn plans to do just that.

“These are the type of environments you want to get your top guys to, for sure,” head coach Hugh Freeze said on Monday, “and even other top guys, to see the special atmosphere that we have at Auburn.”

Official and unofficial visits, especially during the season, can be the best way to bolster your recruiting class. A win showcasing the best of what Auburn can be both on the field and in the stands can help convince uncom

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