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Well, hey, there's some really big news. On both sides of the ball.
Sean White is going to be the starter. Whew boy. I don't know what to expect, there. A redshirt freshman starting his first game against an SEC opponent and a Manny Diaz defense.
The other really big news (and possibly much more impacting) is that Carl Lawson will miss extended time. It's time for Holland and Cowart to show why they were so highly recruited. White stepping in as the starter is big, but Lawson was an absolute force on the line against Louisville. Losing him has been a big hole in the defense.
Because the press conference and reporters were dominated by the White news, check here for more complete details on what all Gus said in his press conference.
Gus Malzahn: Sean White is Auburn’s starting quarterback
— Bryan Matthews (@BMattAU) September 22, 2015
Malzahn "anytime you change quarterbacks it's not an easy decision...we feel like it's best for our offense right now"
— Jason Caldwell (@ITATJason) September 22, 2015
"We're going to get behind him (White) and I know his teammates will."
— The Auburn Villager (@auburnvillager) September 22, 2015
Malzahn on Sean White at QB: "This isn't an emotional decision. You do what you feel like is best for the situation." http://t.co/VRFsgD1f8T
— Brandon Marcello (@bmarcello) September 22, 2015
Malzahn also confirms Carl Lawson's injury is more serious than first thought. They are hoping to get him back this season.
— Jason Caldwell (@ITATJason) September 22, 2015
There are some effort issues? "I would say it's isolated." http://t.co/VRFsgD1f8T
— Brandon Marcello (@bmarcello) September 22, 2015