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Jeff Fisher. (Courtesy of the St. Louis Rams)

After Chizik, who's next?

By John Burns / SPORTS REPORTER | November 29

With the departure of Gene Chizik, all eyes are on these prospective coaches to see who will lead the Tigers next year.

Huntsville High School linebacker Cameron Toney is one of few recruits to reiterate his commitment to Auburn after the firing of Gene Chizik Sunday, Nov. 25. (Contributed)

2013 recruit Cameron Toney remains committed to Auburn

By Andrew Yawn / SPORTS EDITOR | November 29

All is fair in love, war and college football.

LB recruit Cameron Toney stands by Auburn commitment

By Andrew Yawn / SPORTS EDITOR | November 28

Toney said he is "not decommitting" from Auburn despite Auburn's dismissal of former head coach Gene Chizik.

Jimbo Fisher tells Orlando Sentinel he is "very happy at Florida State"

By Andrew Yawn / SPORTS EDITOR | November 26

On the 740 AM radio show "The Game" Monday, Nov. 26, Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher dispelled the rumor that he is interested in filling the Auburn head coaching vacancy.

Auburn players react to Chizik's firing

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY EDITOR & Hayley Blair/CAMPUS EDITOR | November 25

The Auburn Athletic Complex was a solemn, silent place on Sunday when players were informed of the impending departure of their head coach.

Gene Chizik addresses the media Saturday, Nov. 24 after Auburn's 49-0 Iron Bowl loss in Tuscaloosa. (Katherine McCahey / PHOTOGRAPHER)

Auburn fires Gene Chizik after four years

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY EDITOR | November 25

Auburn informed Gene Chizik today that he would not be returning next year as the head football coach.

Alabama receiver Amari Cooper hauls in one of his two first half touchdown receptions in the Crimson Tide's 49-0 Iron Bowl rout of Auburn. (Danielle Lowe / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Auburn falls 49-0 in Iron Bowl; Chizik declines comment on his job security

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY EDITOR | November 24

The Auburn Tigers suffered what coach Gene Chizik called an "embarrassing" loss at the hands of cross-state rivals Alabama by a score of 49-0, ending their 2012 campaign with a 3-9 mark and the school's first ever 0-8 SEC season.

Chizik support still strong in locker room

By Andrew Yawn / SPORTS EDITOR | November 24

After the Tigers were dominated by Alabama in what Chizik called a "disappointing and embarassing" 49-0 loss in Tuscaloosa Saturday, Nov. 24, freshman starting quarterback Jonathan Wallace said he believes Chizik is the right man for the job.

Crimson Tide rolls over Auburn in first half

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY EDITOR | November 24

It took Nick Saban's Crimson Tide just under 30 minutes of game time to cover the five touchdown Vegas spread, and Alabama leads Auburn at the half 42-0.

Undefeated swimming, diving team prepares for SEC play, eyes title

By Toi Garcia / WRITER | November 24

The Auburn men's and women's swimming and diving team is ready to dive into the Georgia Invitational Meet starting Friday, Nov. 30.

Gene Chizik declines comment on reported NCAA recruiting investigation

By Andrew Yawn / SPORTS EDITOR | November 21

Gene Chizik declined comment Wednesday, Nov. 21 on what he called "speculation" of the NCAA investigating Auburn football's recruiting.

Lady Tigers trump AAMU Lady Bulldogs in the Arena

By Corey Arwood / WRITER | November 19

Alabama A&M took a 1-2 punch from Auburn over the weekend as the women's basketball team delivered a win against the Lady Bulldogs on Sunday following Saturday's victory on the football field.

Defensive coordinator Brian VanGorder said Auburn needs to get bigger and faster on defense in order to compete. (Danielle Lowe / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

VanGorder unsure about future

By John Burns / SPORTS REPORTER | November 17

"We've got to get bigger and stronger here at Auburn." VanGorder said. "It's pretty obvious. I think that's our responsibility -- to develop them physically and mentally. That's our job."

Auburn leads Alabama A&M 35-0 at halftime

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY EDITOR | November 17

Auburn's offensive efficiency headlined the first half against Alabama A&M as the Tigers scored five touchdowns on five possessions and lead 35-0 with thirty minutes to play.

Senior Mary Coffed strikes a free kick in Auburn's 4-3 2OT victory over Alabama on Thursday, Oct. 25. (Courtesy of Allison Thompson)

Senior striker Coffed makes SEC Community Service Team

By Rebecca Moseley / WRITER | November 17

Senior Mary Coffed's involvement in the community with Toys for Tots and the Yes We Can food drive, has earned her a place on the SEC Soccer Community Service Team.

Auburn's Najat Ouardad (3) and Tyrese Tanner (32) battle for a loose ball with a Maine player. The Tigers defeated Maine 71-41 in the 2012-13 season-opener. (Courtesy of Greg Mintel)

Lady Tigers open season 1-1 after Wolfpack Invitational

By Corey Arwood / WRITER | November 16

The women's basketball team came out of last weekend's invitational with a win, a loss and a long to-do-list before this week's home game against Alabama State.