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Offensive struggles are foreign to Malzahn

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 30

One thing Malzahn has yet to experience in college coaching, or in his 15 season as a high school coach in Arkansas, for that matter, is losing. More specifically, Malzahn has very rarely overseen a struggling offense.

Jason Smith might see snaps at QB

By Nathan Deal | Sports Writer | September 29

With quarterback Jeremy Johnson struggling, Auburn might be forced to look at other options to lead the team going forward. When asked if receiver Jason Smith could see snaps as a wildcat quarterback, Auburn offensive coordinator Rhett Lashlee replied, “Anything’s possible.” Whether the answer served as filler or foreshadowing, Smith has experience at the quarterback position, where Auburn has struggled mightily this season. Smith played his high school football at McGill-Toolen High School, where his senior season saw him rack up 35 touchdowns (19 passing, 16 rushing) and 2,415 yards of offense.

Duke Williams suffers dip in production

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 29

A month into the season, Duke Williams has failed to live up to the preseason hype.

White earns second start against San Jose State

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | September 29

Sean White earned his second career start against San Jose State with a solid performance against Mississippi State, albeit one that ended in a loss.

Coaches update injuries after Mississippi State game

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 29

Heading into the third of four non-conference games in 2015, Auburn is battling injuries to several key players.

Week Five: Games to Watch

By Nathan Deal | Sports Writer | September 28

The week five slate of games include five top-25 match-ups, each of which is crucial as the College Football Playoff contenders and pretenders are separated.

Tre' Williams expected to return to practice on Tuesday

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 28

Sophomore linebacker Tre' Williams is expected to return to practice this week after injuring his knee against Mississippi State.

Auburn's offense comes up short, produces only 9 points in loss to Mississippi State

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | September 28

Auburn's offense faltered, mustering only six points in four trips inside the red zone.

Defensive improvement was not enough to lift Auburn over Mississippi State

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 27

Auburn's defense stepped up in its 17-9 loss to Mississippi State but it was not enough to overcome offensive struggles.

OPINION: Auburn must turn it around now to avoid disastrous season

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 26

Auburn has no shortage of problems, and the Tigers need to find solutions immediately if they hope to avoid a disappointing season.

Adding to the foundation: Part 1 of Jay Jacobs interview with The Auburn Plainsman

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | September 26

Part 1 of 3 where Jay Jacobs sat down with The Plainsman Sports Editor Sam Butler to discuss various aspects of the Auburn Athletic Department.

Transfers boost Auburn secondary

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | September 24

When Auburn lined up for its first snap of the game last weekend, half of the secondary wasn’t even on the team a year ago—and they weren’t freshmen.

Freshmen playing big roles

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | September 24

A handful of freshmen are stepping up in a big way for Auburn early in 2015.

Raising the White flag

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | September 24

Johnson was touted as the next Cam Newton by some analysts, but so far, he's been anything but. After too many mistakes, his time ran out. Now, Sean White's time has arrived.

Will Muschamp's track record indicates improvement will come for Auburn defense

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 24

Despite early-season struggles, Will Muschamp appears to be the man to repair Auburn's defense.

Column: Win or lose, game day in Baton Rouge is worth the trip

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | September 24

Three days, 14 hours of travel and four hours of game time.  A win would have been nice. Actually, not losing and seeing the better team not play as poorly as they did would have been nice.

Sean White to start at quarterback in place of Jeremy Johnson

September 23

After throwing six interceptions in three games, Jeremy Johnson has been benched for Sean White ahead of Saturday's game against Mississippi State.

Carl Lawson out for "extended period of time"

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 22

Auburn will be without its best defender for quite a while, if not for the remainder of the 2015 season, according to coach Gus Malzahn.