Auburn needs Baylor win to start turning program around | Coach’s Corner

Former Auburn defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson joins Ronnie Sanders for Coach’s Corner as Auburn prepares to open the 2026 season against Baylor in Atlanta. Johnson explains why the opener is an important opportunity for Alex Golesh to begin changing the direction of a program coming off five consecutive losing seasons. He breaks down the challenges of taking over in the NIL and transfer portal era, why retaining DJ Durkin was so important and how Golesh bringing key coaches and players with him from South Florida could accelerate Auburn’s transition. Johnson also takes a look around the SEC and college football, including LSU-Clemson, Alabama-East Carolina, Ole Miss-Louisville, Lane Kiffin and the growing controversy surrounding former professional players returning to college football. Subscribe to Auburn Undercover for complete Auburn football coverage throughout the 2026 season.