Auburn Football Faces Fourth Consecutive Loss Amid Coaching Criticism

Auburn’s season has unraveled under head coach Hugh Freeze, with four straight losses leaving the Tigers below .500 (3-4) and drawing sharp criticism despite many games being close. Former Auburn receiver Anthony Schwartz and several columnists have publicly urged a coaching change — even suggesting Lane Kiffin — arguing Freeze has run out of answers and his repeated assurances mask persistent problems. Athletic director John Cohen has so far declined to make a midseason move, saying he won’t rule out change but has given Freeze more time while not holding public media availability. Critics highlight Freeze’s poor record against ranked teams and in SEC play, offensive stagnation and wasted roster potential, even as Auburn continues to sell out Jordan-Hare and remain competitive late in games. With multiple high‑profile firings around the league this year and examples of quick turnarounds elsewhere (e.g., UAB), debate intensifies on whether Auburn should finally pursue a reset.