The Up Tempo Podcast

Auburn enters the offseason facing a familiar—but complex—quarterback question. With new head coach Alex Golesh bringing a quarterback background and portal experience, and talented freshman Deuce Knight already on the roster, the Tigers must decide how to balance immediate stability with long-term development. In this episode, we break down Auburn’s quarterback situation through a roster-management lens. Rather than framing it as a simple choice between the transfer portal and player development, we explore why there’s a realistic path forward that includes both. We discuss fit, timelines, development curves, and how modern college football staffs build QB rooms in the portal era—without sacrificing the future. #auburnfootball #collegefootball #alexgolesh #deuceknight

Auburn football fans are seeing transfer portal announcements roll in — and for some, the panic button is getting close. But this episode is about taking a breath and looking at the bigger picture. Portal season is a two-way street, and Auburn is far from finished. We break down why these departures don’t spell disaster, how the upcoming portal window gives Auburn a real chance to upgrade talent and fit, and why a culture reset was not only inevitable, but necessary for the program’s future. Change is uncomfortable, but it can also be the foundation for something better. #collegefootball #auburnfootball #alexgolesh #auburntigers

Several Auburn players have announced their intentions to enter the transfer portal, and it’s sparked plenty of debate across the fanbase. Is this a warning sign for the program, or simply the reality of college football when a new head coach takes over? In this episode, we break down who’s leaving, why roster turnover is common during coaching transitions, and what it actually means for Auburn’s future. We’ll discuss whether these departures should raise concern, how the transfer portal fits into the new college football landscape, and what fans should be watching as the offseason unfolds. Is it time to worry—or is this just part of the process on the Plains? #collegefootball #auburnfootball #auburntigers #alexgolesh

The recruiting and development of the offensive line at Auburn must improve.

Auburn’s struggles in the trenches continue to hold the program back, and it’s time to talk about why. In this episode, we break down Auburn’s ongoing offensive line recruiting issues, the lack of development at the position, and how it’s directly impacted the team’s success. We also discuss DeAndre Carter entering the transfer portal and what it means for Auburn’s depth up front, plus take a look at new offensive line coach Tyler Hudanick and what he must do to fix one of Auburn football’s biggest problems. Winning starts in the trenches — and Auburn has to be better.