It looks like this could be it for John Franklin III.
The former Florida State transfer has been at Auburn for the past two years, where work as a quarterback didn't pan out for him as the Tigers struggled with production at the position. Franklin had been working recently as a wide receiver for Auburn, but it now appears that he is leaving the program as head coach Gus Malzahn announced that Franklin was seeking transfer.
From 247Sports:
"John Franklin came to me expressing his desire for the chance to play more and get closer to home," Malzahn said in a statement Tuesday. "He has made the decision to play elsewhere this season as a graduate transfer. John has been an outstanding young man during his time here and leaves Auburn with a degree. We wish John nothing but the best and thank him for his time at Auburn."
247Sports speculates that Florida Atlantic — where Lane Kiffin is now the head coach — could be a landing spot for Franklin.
Franklin finishes his Auburn career with 430 rushing yards, 204 passing yards, and three total touchdowns.
