# Auburn Defense in Question | Auburn Tigers Football News

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Podcast: [Auburn Tigers Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/auburn-tigers-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7472812)
Published: 2026-09-05T13:59:05+00:00
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Auburn’s defense is facing a major shake-up as key players like Keldric Faulk, Keyron Crawford, and Bobby Jamison-Travis head to the NFL, while secondary talents Jahquez Robinson and Kayin Lee are gone — raising alarms about a potential dip. The linebackers, led by Xavier Atkins, remain a strength, but the real test is whether younger D-line and secondary players can step up. Coach DJ Durkin, earning seven figures, is under pressure — a shaky defense could cost him his job, with Todd Orlando at South Alabama seen as a possible replacement. New leaders are needed, especially on pass rush and in the corners, with Jared Smith and DaShawn Womack showing promise — but Durkin can’t afford another stumble, especially with the offense potentially limited. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c1c65576d3bd12bd

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