Alex Golesh emphasizes humility after Auburn's fall camp scrimmage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:38 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Auburn football held its first fall camp scrimmage on August 14 at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Head coach Alex Golesh described the 115-play session as "sloppy" and noted that the team did not exhibit the veteran qualities he expected. He urged players and coaches to adopt a more humble approach, emphasizing the need for improvement. The program simulates game-day operations as it approaches its season opener against Baylor on September 5, coinciding with the start of classes next week, adding potential distractions for the team.
- •Auburn's first scrimmage lasted 115 plays, simulating game-day conditions.
- •Golesh criticized the team's performance, calling it emotional and lacking focus.
- •The Tigers face Baylor to open their season on September 5.
- •Classes for Auburn students start next week, adding potential distractions.
- 6:38 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Golesh tells Auburn football to humble itself after fall camp scrimmage
"Alex Golesh saw "a sloppy day on both sides" in Auburn football's first scrimmage of fall camp. He went in-depth on his message to the program.
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