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Auburn Betting on Golesh to End Losing Streak

Auburn has hired Alex Golesh to end its five consecutive losing seasons, the first such streak since 1946-50, as fans express optimism about the new coach.

Auburn has made its third coaching hire since firing Gus Malzahn, plugging Golesh from South Florida. The Tigers have endured five straight losing seasons for the first time since 1946-50, with previous coaches Bryan Harsin and Hugh Freeze unable to produce a single winning season.

Montgomery Advertiser's Adam Cole expressed optimism, saying he'd "buy stock" in Auburn football under Golesh, citing his work ethic and ability to develop talent. Quarterback Byrum Brown, a key transfer from USF, is seen as a pivotal piece of the rebuild. While bowl expectations are reasonable for Year 1, the hope is that Golesh can finally spark an Auburn upswing after years of decline. truewildslot.com