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For a Gus Malzahn presser, this one sure did have a ton of good tidbits.
Of note, three early enrollees are on campus and practicing. They won't be able to travel with the team officially, but hey, they're there now!
No discussions on draft eligible players skipping the bowls. I've toyed with the idea of an article on that subject, but not sure it's worth the time and effort. Maybe I'll write it and set it to publish for Thursday since tomorrow is stacked with basketball stuff.
It was obvious the staff wasn't in a huge hurry to hire a new DB coach since Crime Dog is going to coach the bowl game. There is plenty of time to get the right person. Corey Raymond is off the list, though, with his extension at LSU.
It's good to hear Sean White is doing well. Maybe. We think. Gus says, anyway.
The tackles for next season could conceivably both be Princes, and that's kinda hilarious. I look forward to seeing Price Tega Wanogho on the field. We'll have 5* OT Calvin Ashley coming in who could have a lot to say about that position, though. Either way, the offensive line is starting to look like it could be a huge strength next season, and that's great news when you consider the skill position players are all returning.
On the last bit... anyone else guilty of that? I know I'm not finished with the shopping, but I'm close at least.
For more information on some things that weren't tweeted, here's a good wrap up to go with, too.
Gus Malzahn: Two more practices before Christmas break, will regroup in New Orleans on Dec. 27
— WarEagleExtra (@wareagleextra) December 20, 2016
Malzahn said early enrollees Jarrett Stidham, K.J. Britt and Malcolm Askew were active for practice today. #MGMAuburn
— Matthew Stevens (@matthewcstevens) December 20, 2016
Gus Malzahn: No discussions w/ draft eligible players skipping bowl, guys like Montravius Adams & Carl Lawson "practicing their tails off"
— WarEagleExtra (@wareagleextra) December 20, 2016
Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn said he and DC Kevin Steele "will put their heads together" to find Wesley McGriff's replacement at DB coach.
— Matthew Stevens (@matthewcstevens) December 20, 2016
Gus says he and DC Kevin Steele are looking for the right fit, right chemistry, great teacher, recruiter & role model (in next DB coach).
— Jeff Shearer (@jeff_shearer) December 20, 2016
Auburn Gus Malzahn says quarterback Sean White has been 'getting his arm back in shape. He threw the ball well again today.'
— Auburn Gold Mine (@AUGoldMine) December 20, 2016
Gus on Sean: "We've thrown a lot. One day off. He's been able to handle it." Good for his timing & our offense. "Threw the ball well again."
— Jeff Shearer (@jeff_shearer) December 20, 2016
Gus on Sean: "We've thrown a lot. One day off. He's been able to handle it." Good for his timing & our offense. "Threw the ball well again."
— Jeff Shearer (@jeff_shearer) December 20, 2016
Malzahn said OT Prince Tega Wanogho has an opportunity to win one of those open OT positions in the spring. "Spring will be big for him."
— Matthew Stevens (@matthewcstevens) December 20, 2016
Auburn's Gus Malzahn on Kerryon Johnson saying he's "excited" to play with Kamryn Pettway: "I think that what makes a team special."
— Justin Ferguson (@JFergusonAU) December 20, 2016
"We've got some young guys who can play. That's what's really exciting." Gus says 2017 @FootballAU depth could be best yet.
— Jeff Shearer (@jeff_shearer) December 20, 2016
Gus on seniors: "One of the best leadership groups we've had. The younger players have great examples to look up to."
— Jeff Shearer (@jeff_shearer) December 20, 2016
Gus Malzahn said he's not done w/ his Christmas shopping yet. Usually gets the gift for @kristi_malzahn on Christmas Eve. So...there's that.
— Matthew Stevens (@matthewcstevens) December 20, 2016