Former Pinson QB Bo Nix To Transfer From Auburn

AUBURN, AL — After three years as the Auburn starting quarterback, former Pinson Valley High School star Bo Nix has reportedly entered the NCAA transfer portal.

Nix made the announcement on his Instagram account over the weekend, ending widespread speculation that the junior signal-caller would leave the Plains.

"This decision has been the toughest I have ever made," Nix said via Instagram. "I have made so many decisions for Auburn, and now it’s time to do what’s best for me. It’s time that I move on to the next chapter in my life. To reach further goals, I’ve decided it’s best to be a grad transfer and find a new start somewhere else. I make this decision with a heavy heart and a lot of growing pain."

Nix suffered an ankle injury in a loss to Mississippi State and underwent surgery, keeping him out of Auburn's games against South Carolina and Alabama. Nix finished his 2021 season with 2,294 passing yards, 11 touchdowns and just three interceptions.

For his Auburn career, Nix totaled passing 7,251 yards and 39 touchdowns. His passing yards are good for third all-time at Auburn.

Nix has not said where he plans to play in 2021, although some speculate he may join his former head coach Gus Malzahn at Central Florida.