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Grok on Durkin's future
Posted on 12/1/25 at 7:56 pm
Posted on 12/1/25 at 7:56 pm
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As of December 2, 2025, Durkin's future at Auburn remains undecided but leans toward retention in some capacity, likely as defensive coordinator. During his introductory press conference on December 1, Golesh addressed the question directly:"The defensive side, I'm working through it. We've got a plan. We're working through steps to execute the plan. My hope is that in the next 24 to 48 hours, that that gets finalized and we have some clarity with which direction we're going, but we’re working through it."
This suggests a decision could come as early as December 2-3, 2025. Auburn has actively lobbied candidates to retain Durkin to preserve roster continuity, as his defenses have been key to player retention amid portal speculation. Sources indicate Golesh plans to meet with Durkin on December 2 to discuss options, though reports are mixed on Durkin's long-term interest—some say he wants to stay (as HC or DC), while others note he could explore head coaching elsewhere.
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Posted on 12/1/25 at 7:59 pm to Auburn1968
Its going to be hard to keep him. He has to have some bad feelings over what happened the last few games
its like staying with a girl who cheated on you. Just hard to get past what happened to move forward
its like staying with a girl who cheated on you. Just hard to get past what happened to move forward
Posted on 12/1/25 at 8:01 pm to LanierSpots
A stunning offense with Durkin's defense would be a hell of a combination. Maybe sweeten the deal.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 8:03 pm to LanierSpots
I’ve read his feelings aren’t hurt nor does he have sour grapes. He simply has a decision to make.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 8:04 pm to EddieFelson
simply
Posted on 12/1/25 at 8:07 pm to LanierSpots
He should have known that he wasn't getting the job. Dude is getting no hits to be a HC right now. AU would have been his only hope. He may be POed about how it went down but he is getting paid very well. If he wants to leave for another job then fine but I think if he were to stay and then if we get to play for the natty in the next couple of years then he will get some looks.
He has that stigma hanging around his neck right now so folks may not be touching him for that.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 8:07 pm to EddieFelson
No sour grapes, but does he have an axe to grind or a bone to pick?
Posted on 12/1/25 at 8:08 pm to LanierSpots
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Its going to be hard to keep him. He has to have some bad feelings over what happened the last few games
I dont know. He is already one of the highest paid coordinators in the country and the vast majority of the fanbase wants him to stay on. He has a lot of talent in his defense that love playing for him. The only way he could really advance his career right now is getting a head coach job somewhere, but I dont think anyone is beating down his door to hire him.
If he can stay out his feelings his situation is great at the moment.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 8:10 pm to EddieFelson
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I’ve read his feelings aren’t hurt nor does he have sour grapes
He's probably not happy with the HC decision but he wasn't mislead and I'm sure he knows that.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 8:18 pm to Poker Dough
Nothing was mentioned about axe grinding and bone picking, so I can’t attest to those.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 9:02 pm to Auburn1968
Much respect but no one cares about some dumb shite you copy and pasted from a shitty AI. No offense, this is just the worst trend going right now.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 9:11 pm to EddieFelson
quote:It seems he's being given a pretty big slice of time to decide, considering how fast everything else is at the moment. That's not really pushing him out, but saying this i how I'm doing things, and you've got a little time to decide. Which is a pretty fair shake or way to start a partnership. A bit slow but ... i LIKE IT.
I’ve read his feelings aren’t hurt nor does he have sour grapes. He simply has a decision to make.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 9:18 pm to LanierSpots
My feelings have been hurt for quite a while and I have stayed a fan, why can’t Durkin just take it too?
Posted on 12/1/25 at 9:19 pm to IAmNERD
quote:If he fields a better defense next year, and gets a ton of help from the offense, there will be schools looking for it's next HC. Buy your time, Durkin. You know what you have where you are. Grass isn't always greener.
I dont know. He is already one of the highest paid coordinators in the country and the vast majority of the fanbase wants him to stay on. He has a lot of talent in his defense that love playing for him. The only way he could really advance his career right now is getting a head coach job somewhere, but I dont think anyone is beating down his door to hire him.
Posted on 12/1/25 at 9:27 pm to IAmNERD
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The only way he could really advance his career right now is getting a head coach job somewhere, but I dont think anyone is beating down his door to hire him
This is most likely it. There have been a lot of openings this cycle and, while most now are G5, I'm sure he and his agent are testing the water. I don't fault him for that at all but he's paid well so he may decide to wait another year or so.
ETA: I guess I just repeated what goose said.
This post was edited on 12/1/25 at 9:29 pm
Posted on 12/1/25 at 10:14 pm to Auburn1968
You asked Grok for information on a coach's future?
You know Grok hallucinates, right?
You know Grok hallucinates, right?
Posted on 12/1/25 at 10:40 pm to Auburn1968
My read on CAG body language from his durkin question is that he will not be retained. Immediately looked up and to the right which indicates lying usually when asked about Durkin. After that he almost frowned a little bit and said we would soon know. Another tell that he’s isn’t going to be back
I also made that up, but if we’re doing AI, then why not just make shite up too?
I also made that up, but if we’re doing AI, then why not just make shite up too?
Posted on 12/1/25 at 11:32 pm to greygoose
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If he fields a better defense next year, and gets a ton of help from the offense, there will be schools looking for it's next HC. Buy your time, Durkin. You know what you have where you are. Grass isn't always greener.
With all of the demands of being a HC, it doesn't leave him enough time to be a great DC. That showed up in the last three games.
Posted on 12/2/25 at 4:40 pm to RockyMtnTigerWDE
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My feelings have been hurt for quite a while and I have stayed a fan, why can’t Durkin just take it too?
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