​The 2026 football season for the Auburn Tigers is on the horizon. As we anticipate the start of the season, let’s introduce you to a key member of the 2026 roster.For the first time since this series began, we will highlight a member of Auburn football’s transfer portal haul. Andre Jordan Jr. joined Auburn’s roster this offseason after spending three seasons on the West Coast. He signed with Oregon State out of high school and played for the Beavers for two seasons before transferring to UCLA ahead of the 2025 season. This year, he looks to bring his disruptive mentality to the Plains and become a problem for opposing wide receivers.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementJordan’s ability to hinder the opposition’s passing game jumps off the page immediately. Over the last two seasons, Jordan has broken up 14 passes, 10 of which were recorded last season with UCLA. Opposing wide receivers have also found it difficult to haul in passes when guarded by Jordan in recent years. After allowing 80% of passes to be caught as a freshman in 2023, Jordan has improved his numbers each season. As a sophomore in 2024, 63% of passes thrown his way were caught, and that number decreased to 51% in 2025 at UCLA, according to Pro Football Focus data.Jordan joins Rayshawn Pleasant as one of the elder members of the cornerback room. As seniors, Jordan and Pleasant will lead a group of talented, young corners, including Blake Woodby, Shamar Arnoux, Scrap Richardson, and Kamari Todd. Will Jordan continue to be a nuisance in the passing game while taking on an important leadership role?Get to know senior cornerback Andre Jordan Jr below.Position: CornerbackHometown: Federal Way, WashingtonHigh School: Federal Way High SchoolPrevious college teams: UCLA (2025), Oregon State (2023-24)Height: 6-1Weight: 185Class: SeniorAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementRecruiting class: 2023Position rank: No. 62 cornerback (247Sports)State rank: No. 11 from Washington (247Sports)Rating: Three-starYEARGAMES PLAYEDSTARTSTACKLESTFLINTPBU2023 (OREGON STATE)70110.5012024 (OREGON STATE)119272042025 (UCLA)128190010TOTALS3017572.50152023: 61.02024: 65.32025: 72.0Strengths: Coverage (74.0 in 2025), Pass Rush (71.3 in 2025), Receptions (51% catch rate in 2025)1 / 17EL PASO, TEXAS – DECEMBER 29: Running back Jeremiyah Love #12 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish runs for yardage against defensive back Andre Jordan Jr. #27 and defensive back Jack Kane #24 of the Oregon State Beavers during the second half of the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl game at Sun Bowl Stadium on December 29, 2023 in El Paso, Texas. The Fighting Irish defeated the Beavers 40-8. (Photo by Sam Wasson/Getty Images)(Sam Wasson, Getty Images)Auburn Wire is preparing for the 2026 season by profiling several notable players. Check out the 2026 player profile of your favorite player below.Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on  X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinions. You can