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Auburn turning the corner ahead of Mississippi State | Coach's Corner

Former Auburn defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson joins Ronnie Sanders to break down the Tigers' comeback win over Arkansas, their path to bowl eligibility and Saturday's matchup at Mississippi State.
November 12, 2026
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Auburn is one victory away from bowl eligibility, and former Tigers defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson believes Alex Golesh's team is beginning to learn how to win.

Johnson joins Auburn Undercover publisher Ronnie Sanders for the latest edition of Coach's Corner to examine Auburn's 26-23 comeback victory over Arkansas, the team's improving confidence and what it will take to secure a sixth win Saturday at Mississippi State.

The discussion includes Auburn's defensive challenges, the progress made under Golesh and why Johnson believes the Tigers could finish the regular season 7-5. Johnson also explains how a bowl appearance could provide additional momentum for the program.

Beyond Auburn, Johnson and Sanders examine the SEC championship race, the latest College Football Playoff rankings and the debate surrounding a potential 24-team playoff. The two also preview several of the weekend's biggest SEC matchups and discuss the future of Oklahoma coach Brent Venables.

Watch the complete episode of Coach's Corner in the video above.

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