When Auburn running back Peyton Barber entered the NFL Draft, many were surprised. Barber had a great season for Auburn in 2015, rushing for 1,016 yards and 13 touchdowns, eventually gaining the starting spot by the end of the year.
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However, when most expected him to build on his success at Auburn in 2016, the redshirt sophomore shockingly declared for the Draft after the season and we now know why:
Auburn RB Peyton Barber reveals "my mother is homeless right now" in answering why he came out for draft.
— Chase Goodbread (@ChaseGoodbread) February 24, 2016
That is just an awful situation for Barber to be in, and one that a college player should not have to be in. However, Barber is going to try and carry a tough load in order to support his family, as it appears that they desperately need it right now.
We wish the best of luck to this strong young man.
