Auburn Tigers head coach Alex Golesh addressed the media this week, previewing the upcoming showdown with the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in Week 2 of the college football season.
Although the Tigers improved to a 1-0 start, Golesh acknowledged that the team did not execute perfectly in its opening contest, but he highlighted a positive mentality and strong teamwork that he believes were key to the victory.
Week 2 Preview: Auburn vs. Southern Miss
The coach pointed out that the offensive line struggled in twist‑game situations and lacked the physicality needed in crucial moments, a concern he hopes to correct before the next game.
Quarterback Byrum Brown threw for over 200 yards but was inconsistent, throwing three interceptions; however, he found more rhythm later in the game, especially during scramble drills, as he settled into his role.
Injury updates were encouraging: C.K. Murray is fully recovered, Da’Shawn Womack is expected to return by week’s end, and both Cole Skinner and Jacob Strand are available for the upcoming contest.
Southern Miss enters the game under new head coach Blake Anderson, who brings experience as a former offensive coordinator and a track record of running explosive offenses in high‑stakes matchups.
Auburn’s defense, which has benefited from daily practice against Baylor’s tempo, will now have to adjust to Southern Miss’s speed and special‑teams capabilities.
The Tigers are aiming for their 23rd consecutive sellout home game, a milestone that marks Golesh’s first season leading the program in front of a packed home crowd.