ALERT: DJ Durkin Faces Major Pressure | Auburn Football Defense and Ole Miss Preview 2026

Auburn football is coming off an embarrassing loss to LSU, and now the Tigers have to travel to Oxford to face Trinidad Chambliss and Ole Miss. After watching Auburn struggle to generate pressure against Florida and LSU, there's a legitimate question about whether DJ Durkin can put together a defensive game plan that gives the Tigers a chance. At some point, the scheme has to make up for the talent Auburn doesn't have. On this episode of the Auburn Express Weekend Tailgate, Mike Gittens and Dustin from the Up Tempo Podcast discuss the pressure on DJ Durkin, Auburn's lack of a consistent pass rush, the offensive line problems holding back Alex Golesh's offense, and the difficult decisions facing the coaching staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices