Auburn Coach Hugh Freeze Addresses Injuries, Offensive Struggles After Oklahoma Loss

Auburn Tigers head coach Hugh Freeze addressed the team's recent 24-17 loss to Oklahoma, emphasizing the need to learn from mistakes and prepare for their upcoming game against Texas A&M. Freeze discussed the impact of injuries, noting key players like Jeremiah Cobb, Amaris Williams, Jay Crawford, and Connor Lew, who sustained a sprained MCL but was expected to play. He acknowledged the challenges faced by quarterback Jackson Arnold, who was sacked 10 times, and pledged to work on improving offensive protection and decision-making. Freeze praised Oklahoma's strong defense but also faced criticism for not fully accepting responsibility for Auburn's offensive struggles. Despite 13 penalties and a tough loss, Freeze expressed confidence in his team's competitive spirit and ability to contend with SEC opponents. Auburn will release an updated injury report ahead of their next game, which will be broadcast on ESPN.