Gus Malzahn previews Samford, addresses area of concerns
Auburn (7-3, 4-3 SEC) returns to the friendly confines of Jordan-Hare Stadium to face Samford on Senior Day.
Head coach Gus Malzahn had his weekly meeting with the media Tuesday afternoon. Here’s a quick recap:
- “Loss to Georgia takes us out of the chance to repeat as SEC champions”
- Said Tigers will finish strong after two-game skid
- Asked about Samford head coach, and former Auburn quarterback, Pat Sullivan. Malzahn reiterates the level of respect he holds for Sullivan
- Said team is disappointed, but stresses importance of moving on
- Questioned about confidence in defensive staff, said it’s the same staff that took Auburn to national championship in 2013
- Malzahn asks Sullivan for advice at certain times
- Sullivan served as honorary coach during last season’s SEC Championship Game
- Asked about Florida coaching vacancy, said he’s committed to his job at Auburn, calls it “one of the best jobs in college football”
- DE Carl Lawson not likely to play this season
- Status of WR Duke Williams still uncertain, hasn’t returned to practice
- Asked about toughness of schedule down the stretch, Malzahn says he doesn’t look for excuses
- Said he has to find a way to “push the right buttons” over next two weeks
- Notes longevity of Ellis Johnson’s career, success he’s had over a long period of time