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Ryan Grubb: 2025 Offensive Performance

Ryan Grubb: 2025 Offensive Performance

Alabama’s offense under Ryan Grubb showed flashes of being as fluid and tactical as any unit in the country. However, the pass-heavy approach also raised fair questions about balance once the production slowed.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 19 min read · PREMIUM
2026 Auburn Wide Receiver Room: A Full Reset

2026 Auburn Wide Receiver Room: A Full Reset

Auburn’s wide receiver room will be nearly unrecognizable in 2026, with roughly 95% of last season’s receiver production gone. Cam Coleman, Eric Singleton Jr., Malcolm Simmons, and Horatio Fields all exited via the transfer portal, leaving Auburn with a completely clean slate at the position.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 6 min read
Auburn QB1 Byrum Brown: What You Need to Know

Auburn QB1 Byrum Brown: What You Need to Know

After throwing for 3,000 yards and rushing for 1,000 more at USF in 2025, Byrum Brown is following Alex Golesh to the Plains to bring spark to the Auburn Tigers offense.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 4 min read
Auburn vs. LSU (2019): A Defensive Plan for the Ages
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Auburn vs. LSU (2019): A Defensive Plan for the Ages

In 2019, the LSU offense seemed unstoppable. From a defensive perspective, it was the toughest challenge our players and staff faced in the 2019 season and arguably the most demanding game plan in Kevin Steele’s tenure at Auburn.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 10 min read · PREMIUM
Alex Golesh Offensive Philosophy

Alex Golesh Offensive Philosophy

Alex Golesh arrives as Auburn’s 33rd head coach, bringing with him an offensive scheme that was number two in total offense in 2025. After transforming South Florida in just three seasons, he brings an offensive identity built on tempo and a bit of swagger that's hopeful to bring a breath of fresh air to the Auburn Tigers.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 12 min read · PREMIUM
College Football Organizational Structure is Broken

College Football Organizational Structure is Broken

We're only through week 8 of the college football season, and the coaching carousel is already in full tilt. Two SEC coaches have been let go, and I can't help but wonder when an organization will try to do things differently.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 13 min read
Auburn vs Oklahoma: 2025 Preview

Auburn vs Oklahoma: 2025 Preview

Auburn and Oklahoma meet Saturday in a game that feels like a tone-setter for both programs. Hugh Freeze has talked all week about the challenge Brent Venables’ defense presents, and Auburn’s defense has its own test trying to contain quarterback John Mateer in Ben Arbuckle’s scheme. Here’s where this one will be decided.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 5 min read
Alabama Offense vs FSU: Quick Hits

Alabama Offense vs FSU: Quick Hits

Ty Simpson wasn’t amazing, but Alabama’s play-calling didn’t do him many favors. A pass-heavy script in bad weather and a first-time starter is a bold strategy from Kalen DeBoer and Ryan Grubb.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 3 min read
Auburn Offense vs. Baylor: Quick Hits

Auburn Offense vs. Baylor: Quick Hits

College football is so back, and Friday night had just enough chaos to keep it interesting. Auburn’s opener didn’t solve all of our questions, but it sure told us a lot. Here's what stood out against Baylor.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 3 min read
2025 Preseason: Top 5 Position Groups in the SEC

2025 Preseason: Top 5 Position Groups in the SEC

Everyone loves a good ranking, right? This ranking takes a big-picture view of the SEC, comparing every unit to see which ones stand out. Come along for the ride as I determine the top 5 best position rooms in the SEC!

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 13 min read
CFB Update

The Most Talented WR Room in Auburn History?

Okay yeah, it's July and we haven't even seen these guys all play together. I get it. But when I look at the talent of this group, I really believe this is the most talented group of receivers Auburn has ever had.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 6 min read
Why are College Football teams still working out of Google Sheets?

Why are College Football teams still working out of Google Sheets?

It was a problem when I worked in college football 6 years ago, and it's still a problem now. College Football personnel departments are building massive Google Sheets to track their recruiting and roster management, and I don't quite understand why.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 4 min read
Auburn Roster Breakdown 2025
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Auburn Roster Breakdown 2025

Between the transfer portal and high school signees, rosters are being turned over at a higher percentage than ever. Let's take a look at what Auburn's 2025 roster looks like.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 15 min read
2016 Auburn Signing Class Review
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2016 Auburn Signing Class Review

In the middle to end years of Gus Malzahn's tenure, Auburn's recruiting efforts significantly declined, laying the foundation for the challenges faced by Bryan Harsin and now Hugh Freeze. Despite appearances from recruiting rankings, the reality on the field was starkly different.

Hayden Ellis Hayden Ellis · 5 min read