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BREAKOUT: Why Auburn Will Be SEC's Most IMPROVED Team in 2026! Tigers OL Cole Best Joins The Show!
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- May 20, 2026
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- 2000
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Summary
The Auburn Tigers are poised for a breakthrough as Cole Best, USF transfer and starting center, gears up for his SEC debut with key teammates and coaches in tow. Can Alex Golesh's relentless work ethic and honest leadership spark one of the most dramatic turnarounds in the conference by 2026? Chris Gordy sits down with Cole Best to break down Auburn’s offseason transformation—highlighting the influx of former USF players, the growing chemistry with quarterback Byrum Brown, and the intense competition on both sides of the ball. The conversation covers adapting to SEC-level defensive lines, Golesh’s impact on the program, and the potential for Auburn’s offense to silence critics. From overcoming the transfer portal learning curve to facing Florida and Alabama, this insider interview offers a first look at the Tigers’ new identity and their hunger for respect on the national stage.