Auburn Recruiting 2013: The Tigers' Way Too Early Wish List

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The Tigers nestled another Top 20 class in 2012 and had a solid run through the cycle. They're still waiting on word from Stefon Diggs so they could indeed finish higher than they are as of now.

For 2013, the Tigers are already off to a solid start. They've been diligent with their offers, are gathering information and identifying early elite prospects.

Here's a premature wish list for Auburn in 2013.

Already Committed: Dee Liner, DT

Liner is already getting some 5-star consideration thanks to his 6'4", 260-pound frame. He's a DT that can work in the 1-gap due to his quickness and explosion at the snap.

He will fit in well at Auburn in the new defensive scheme as he is athletic enough to play both DT spots and even some strongside DE if asked. He's a huge get for Gene Chizik already. 

5. James Quick, WR

Auburn is still looking to upgrade their WR corps and with the signings of Jaquay Williams and Ricardo Louis, they're on their way.

But still, more is needed and a player like James Quick from Kentucky would surely help. Quick is a 6'1", 175-pounder with good speed, athleticism and quickness.

Auburn has offered. 

4. Nick Washington, DB

Washington is a 5'11" 170-pound DB from Florida. He can play FS or CB and help a secondary out in various ways. He's got good ball skills, speed and good range.

He reminds me a little of Gerod Holliman at Louisville. 

Auburn has offered and they are in his top six right now. Washington already been invited to play in the Under Armour and Army games next year.

3. Derwin Gray, OL

Gray is a talented OL from D.C. that stands 6'5" 265 pounds. He's light in the fanny and needs to add some girth, but his feet are very quick for an OL.

He has the makings of a great OT prospect thanks to his frame and foot quickness. He just needs to add strength and keep filling out his frame.

Auburn feels they can help him with that, as they've already made him an offer. 

2. Earnest Robinson, WR

Robinson is a big 6'3", 196-pound WR from Alabama. Think along the lines of say a Cayleb Jones type of WR.

He's long, snatches everything, has excellent speed, great ball skills and will compete against DBs for the football at the highest point.

His parents want him to stay close to home, which is why it's probably going to come down to Alabama vs. Auburn for him.

1. Robert Nkemdiche, DL

At 6'4" 270-pounds, Nkemdiche looks like a Greek God. But he also plays like a Spartan. He's a strong, stout and explosive DL that can play DE or DT in any scheme.

Nkemdiche has a strong punch, strength to bull rush while also having the sure gift to convert speed to power. Plus he's instinctive as anyone can get.

Auburn has offered, but so has basically everyone else. He may be the best player in the country this year.