Auburn AD Confirms Coaching Candidate to Replace Hugh Freeze
Summary
Auburn University is starting a search for a new head football coach after firing Hugh Freeze. Athletic Director John Cohen confirmed that DJ Durkin, currently serving as interim coach, is a candidate for the position. Auburn aims to secure a new coach amidst ongoing coaching searches by other SEC teams.Key Facts
- Auburn University fired head football coach Hugh Freeze on Sunday.
- DJ Durkin is currently the interim head coach and is being considered for the permanent position.
- The Southeastern Conference (SEC) schools Arkansas, Florida, and LSU are also looking for new head coaches.
- There are 12 open head coaching positions in college football's top division, with nine in the Power 4 conferences.
- Auburn's athletic director, John Cohen, confirmed Durkin's candidacy for the head coach role.
- Durkin previously served as Auburn's defensive coordinator and linebackers coach.
- Durkin has past head coaching experience at Maryland but was dismissed in 2018.
- Auburn needs two more wins to be eligible for a post-season bowl game.
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