Xavier Atkins

Xavier Atkins is an American college football linebacker for the Auburn Tigers. He previously played for the LSU Tigers.

Early life

Atkins attended Jonesboro-Hodge High School in Jonesboro, Louisiana for three years before transferring to Summer Creek High School in Harris County, Texas for his senior year. As a senior, he had 102 tackles, two sacks and two interceptions. He originally committed to play college football at the University of Missouri before flipping to Louisiana State University.

College career

As a freshman at LSU in 2024, Atkins played in seven games and had three tackles. After the season, he transferred to Auburn University. He was a starter his first year at Auburn in 2025.