Auburn’s aerial attack received a significant boost on Wednesday as wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith, who led Penn State in receiving last season, officially joined the Tigers.

Lambert-Smith made his move after entering the transfer portal on April 15, departing from Penn State’s team activities toward the end of their spring practice. Hailing from Norfolk, Virginia, he stood out at Penn State with 53 catches for 673 yards and four touchdowns in the 2023 season.

His addition comes as a boon to an Auburn offense that struggled in passing, ranking 121st nationally last season. The team returns only one wide receiver who caught more than 10 passes in 2023, with tight end Rivaldo Fairweather leading with 38 receptions. Auburn has also recruited promising freshmen, including Cameron Coleman, ranked fifth overall by ESPN in the 2024 class, and Perry Thompson, a top-60 prospect.

Standing at 6 feet 1 inch and weighing 184 pounds, Lambert-Smith brings experience, having started portions of the last four seasons at Penn State. He’s etched himself into Penn State’s record books, ranking in the top 20 for career receptions (116) and receiving yards (1,598). With one year of eligibility remaining, Lambert-Smith now looks to make an impact with Auburn.