Maryland linebacker Ahmad McCullough expected to visit Auburn

Auburn is expected to host Maryland linebacker Ahmad McCullough this weekend. 

Linebacker is a position of need for the Tigers after losing Owen Pappoe a year ago. McCullogh brings college football experience and could have an instant impact on defense. He will have one year left of eligibility. 

McCullough is listed at 6-foot-2, 225 pounds on Maryland's website.

The veteran linebacker has appeared in action in five seasons but was just one game in freshman year in 2018, allowing him to be red-shirted.

McCullough played in 419 snaps in 2022. His PFF grade for overall defense was 54.2. He shined having a tackling grade of 79.9.

The Baltimore, Maryland native called Auburn his "dream school" in an interview with Auburn Live. Hugh Freeze's linebackers coach Josh Aldridge reached out to him over the weekend. Auburn could be a favorite to land his services.

In 2022, McCullough had 45 total tackles, 21 solo, and a sack. He also led the country in fumble recoveries with two according to his bio on Maryland's website. 

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