With the early success of Gus Malzahn well in the rearview mirror, the Auburn faithful have slowly increased the temperature on the hot seat. Ever since early 2015, Malzahn has felt the heat.
It started with July Heisman Jeremy Johnson. Unable to develop as a passer, Johnson quickly saw his starting role disappear in 2015. He had all the hype, and he seemed to have the tools. But after an ugly 45-21 loss in Baton Rouge, Malzahn could feel the fire. The 2015 season eventually ended with a Birmingham Bowl win against Paxton Lynch and Memphis, giving Auburn a winning record at 7-6.