Arrest on drug charges leads to suspension for Hollis Davidson III, Auburn's tight end player
Auburn Tight End Hollis Davidson III Suspended Following Drug Arrest
Hollis Davidson III, a freshman tight end at Auburn University, has been suspended from the football team after being arrested on July 28, 2025, on a felony charge of possession of a Schedule I controlled substance.
The incident took place on June 19 in Peachtree City, Ga., where police officers found loose marijuana in a golf cart and a THC vape pen on Davidson. Subsequent lab testing confirmed the vape pen contained a controlled substance, leading to a warrant and felony charges. Davidson was released on a $5,000 bond on July 29, 2025.
Davidson, who was ranked as the No. 31 prospect in Georgia and the No. 12 tight end in the nation, was a four-star recruit for coach Hugh Freeze. He was participating in Auburn's preseason activities before his suspension.
According to the Montgomery Advertiser, the reason for Davidson's suspension is a violation of team rules. As of early August 2025, he remains suspended with no public information indicating reinstatement or disposition of the legal case.
Davidson, who stands at 6-foot-5 and weighs 238 pounds, was part of the 2025 class at Auburn. His recruitment was evaluated by 247 Sports.
The controlled substance in question was marijuana and a THC vape pen. The details of the arrest have been confirmed by the Montgomery Advertiser.
- Despite being a four-star recruit for coach Hugh Freeze, Hollis Davidson III's participation in American-football at Auburn University was disrupted when he was suspended from the team due to a violation of team rules, which resulted from his arrest on July 28, 2025, for possession of a Schedule I controlled substance.
- Despite the setback, the Auburn football team, which includes players like Davidson, is still optimistic about their season, as they aim to win and make a strong impact in NCAA Football.
- As the legal case against Hollis Davidson III progresses, it remains unclear whether he will be reinstated to the football team, potentially impacting the future success of Auburn's sports program.
