Xavier Newsom (born February 15, 2007) is an American college football tight end for the Auburn Tigers. He previously played for the Howard Bison.
Newsom played for Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School. He was named in The Detroit News 2023 high school football team selection as a defensive lineman. He was listed as one of the top defensive linemen in Michigan by Sports Illustrated. He was rated as a three-star recruit by 247Sports following his senior season.
Newsom signed with Howard on December 4, 2024 as a tight end. He played seven games during the season, with one catch. His lone catch came against the Morgan State Bears, for a nine-yard touchdown. He entered the transfer portal on January 5, 2026.
Newsom visited Auburn soon after entering the transfer portal. He committed to the team on January 6, the day after his visit.