SEC · Auburn, AL
Auburn University Scheme Analysis
Offensive and defensive schemes, concepts, and tendencies for the Tigers football program.
Coaching Staff
Offensive System
Veer and Shoot
Key Traits
temporpo heavyrun firstspreadexplosive
Primary Concepts
- RPO
- Zone Read
- Vertical Shots
- Tempo
Analysis Notes
Golesh's Veer and Shoot from Tennessee. Led nation in scoring at Tennessee (47.3 ppg). Emphasis on tempo, RPO, and explosive plays off run action. QB must be dual-threat.
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Defensive System
3-3-5
Key Traits
blitz heavyrun stuffaggressiveviolent
Primary Concepts
- Zone Blitz
- Man Coverage
- Run Stuffing
Analysis Notes
Durkin's aggressive 3-3-5. Best rushing defense since 2010 (117.8 ypg). 29% run stuff rate. LBs move around to create pressure. 'Violence' is the mindset.
Related Schemes in Playbook
Research Sources
- https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/47169407/alex-golesh-promises-bring-explosive-offense-auburn
- https://auburn.rivals.com/news/auburn-defense-embracing-durkin-s-scheme
Last researched: 12/18/2025