Auburn hiring Alex Golesh and CFP outlook | Coach’s Corner

On this episode of Coach’s Corner on the Auburn Undercover Podcast, longtime SEC defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson joins co-host Ronnie Sanders, publisher of Auburn Undercover, for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of Auburn football and the sport as a whole. The discussion begins with Auburn’s hiring of Alex Golesh, what his background and offensive philosophy bring to the staff, and how those types of hires are viewed inside coaching circles. Ellis also offers perspective on staff hours, workload, and the grind of modern college football, including how the current model impacts coaches, players, and families. The episode closes with College Football Playoff thoughts and takes, including how expansion continues to change the landscape, roster management, and the long-term direction of the sport. Insightful, candid, and rooted in real coaching experience — this is Coach’s Corner. Subscribe to Auburn Undercover for more Auburn football analysis, insider perspective, and weekly shows with some of the most respected voices in the game.