Portal Exodus Deepens: Amaris Williams and Cam'Ron King Latest to Depart Auburn

The transformation of the Auburn roster under Alex Golesh is not just a tweak; it is a full-scale demolition and rebuild. Late this week, the Tigers lost two more high-profile talents to the transfer portal: defensive lineman Amaris Williams and wide receiver Cam'Ron King.

Amaris Williams Departs

Perhaps the most significant loss of this wave is Amaris Williams. As the 16th player to enter the portal since the window opened, his departure thins a defensive line that was expected to be a strength. Williams, known for his relentless motor, was projected to be a starter in DJ Durkin's 2026 defense.

Receiver Room Empties Out

On the offensive side, Cam'Ron King becomes the fourth scholarship receiver to announce his exit, joining Perry Thompson, Horatio Fields, and Malcolm Simmons. This mass exodus leaves the cupboard startlingly bare for the new offensive staff.

It is clear that Golesh is looking for a very specific type of receiver to run his high-tempo, wide-split offense. While the departures are alarming in quantity, they signal a decisive shift in philosophy. The staff will now be forced to be extremely aggressive in the portal to find replacements who fit the new scheme.

The Golesh Philosophy

In a recent press conference, Golesh alluded to this turnover, noting that the roster changes daily and emphasizing the need to find players who are fully bought into the new culture. With nearly 20 scholarship players now in the portal, the Auburn team that takes the field in the spring will look almost unrecognizable from the one that ended the 2025 season.