It came after offensive coordinator Derrick Nix spoke with reporters on Monday, and broke down Auburn’s play-calling structure. Nix said he’s in charge of first downs and drive starters, quarterbacks coach Kent Austin does third downs and Freeze, "has the authority to overrule anything we say or do."

The Auburn Tigers have not been good lately. 2024 was yet another 5-7 season, but many expect them to be better this year. That includes one analyst who added the caveat that Hugh Freeze will be fired if they're not.