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Auburn OC looks for new ways to get QB Robby Ashford involved
By Corey Long
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Eric Kiesau wants to get more out of quarterback Robby Ashford.
The Auburn offensive coordinator says that Ashford has been effective as a running option, but now the coaches want to add more to his plate.
Ashford has made several explosive plays with his feet in wins against Mercer and San Jose State. Kiesau is happy with that element of his game.
“Robby gives you an element that really is what we call ‘un-gameplanned yards,'” Kiesau said, according to the Opelika Auburn News’ Adam Cole. “Like, you’re gameplanning that you don’t get those yards because he can pull the ball down and go, so I think it’s really important to use Robby in the right way.”
The next step for Kiesau is to see what Ashford can do in the passing game. So far the Auburn coaches haven’t asked much of him when it comes to throwing the football. Ashford is 5-of-10 for 101 yards and an interception through two games.
Corey Long is a freelance writer for SaturdayDownSouth.com. Follow Corey on Twitter @CoreyLong.
