For the past few weeks, DJ Durkin has had a lot on his plate. He has taken over head coaching responsibilities from the fired Hugh Freeze, must still coordinate the defense, and also has to focus on roster management and recruiting as the season comes to a close.
Though it is certainly no easy task, the Auburn football players have fully endorsed Durkin and have rallied around him after Freeze's firing. With two games left in this season, distractions are plentiful as Athletic Director John Cohen conducts his search for the Auburn Tigers' next head coach.