Auburn Learn Five-Star QB Deuce Knight’s Fate Under Alex Golesh

Auburn may have changed its coach, but its QB conundrum stays. The new HC, Alex Golesh, will have to find the answer soon and zero in on QB1 between Jackson Arnold, Ashton Daniels, and Deuce Knight. While fans await the answer, analyst Josh Pate seemingly predicted an exciting future for freshman QB Knight. “I will tell you one of the things I’ll guarantee you, quarterbacks ‘ not going to be a problem at Auburn much longer,” Pate said on the Dec 1 edition of [https://www.youtube.com/live/r5-U03_4yPw]Josh Pate’s College Football Show. “Yeah, that’s coming to an end. They may lose games 50 to 47. It won’t be because they can’t score anymore. So, that part, that nightmare, is going to be over. Quarterback development, quarterback play, that won’t be in question much longer with Alex Golesh being the head coach at Auburn.” Interestingly, Josh Pate named almost every QB after Cam Newton’s Heisman-winning season in 2010. He even named the two other QBs at Auburn this year, but stopped at Deuce Knight, implying he could be the next big thing. Over 15 years, Auburn failed to develop a quarterback who became an NFL starter post-Newton. Jarrett Stidham showed promise but transferred. Bo Nix arrived as a five-star recruit but played inconsistently before leaving. The position has been Auburn’s Achilles heel in recruitment and development. But with Alex Golesh’s arrival, along with Deuce Knight’s presence, the Auburn faithful are dreaming again. Knight was the highest-rated quarterback [https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-d-j-durkin-finally-settles-on-auburn-qb-one-week-before-iron-bowl-deuce-knight/] Auburn ever signed in the recruiting-site era based on 247Sports’ rankings, and its 15th highest-rated signee of all time. The former George County High School standout threw for over 2,000 yards and 25 touchdowns. Plus, he ran for 400 yards and 12 scores in his senior season. The 6’4″ and 210-pound athlete’s dual-threat capability offers another dimension to the offense, and his raw potential could be carved into something amazing by Alex Golesh. The former USF HC has built a proven track record of developing quarterback talent throughout his career. At Bulls, Byron Brown thrived in his system, showcasing elite mobility and decision-making within the high-tempo scheme. Golesh’s offense finished second nationally in total yards this season and fourth in scoring offense. His uptempo approach pressures defenses while prioritizing quarterbacks to make single-read throws, outpacing opponents. It could be complicated, but over time it’s super efficient. Something Auburn fans would love to see in their own QB. The new HC made sure to address that [https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-alex-golesh-swerves-media-trap-that-ultimately-cost-hugh-freeze-during-auburn-introduction/] issue. ALEX GOLESH SETS THE EXPECTATION FROM THE QB ROOM He has proven himself at USF, ending with a 23-15 record, having led them to a 9-3 finish. Now his focus is on rebuilding the Tigers’ program. Amid that process, the main situation remains of the QB1. The new HC did not shy away from answering and said the fans have to be patient for the result. “I don’t know if you can rush that part of it,” Golesh said during his introductory press conference. “The competition will take as long as it needs to.” The 41-year-old even outlined what his quarterbacks need to do to fit the profile. “Everything starts with the run,” he said. “Who can process it faster than anybody else?” he said. “Who gives you the best chance to win?” But Alex Golesh also emphasized that it is possible they still look to bring someone in despite Deuce Knight’s presence. One name that immediately stands out on the board is Brown. He had 3,158 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and 1,008 rushing yards this season. Now, whether the new HC brings in an old player he trusts or relies on Knight, that is for the future. But Josh Pate has high hopes for him, and so does every Auburn fan out there.

Auburn Learn Five-Star QB Deuce Knight’s Fate Under Alex Golesh

Auburn Learn Five-Star QB Deuce Knight’s Fate Under Alex Golesh

Alex Golesh sets the expectation from the QB room

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