Less than two weeks into his new role as Auburn's head football coach, Alex Golesh has a tremendous task ahead of him.

New Auburn head coach Alex Golesh has talked since he was hired about the wealth of resources he now has at his disposal on the Plains.

Tim Banks, who was recently fired as Tennessee’s defensive coordinator, is expected to become Auburn’s next safeties coach, according to reports from On3 and 247Sports. He replaces TJ Rushing, who was Auburn’s safeties coach for one season in 2025.

New Auburn Tigers head coach Alex Golesh will hit the ground running as he tries to hold on to key players while filling critical needs in the transfer portal.

Auburn football coach Alex Golesh will address the media for the first time since his introduction last week. After signing 17 recruits on National Signing Day, the Tigers have declined its bowl eligibility and will focus on their offseason goals with the transfer portal window opening in less than a month.

That didn't take long. Tim Banks has found a new job and he'll be on the opposite side of the field for the Auburn vs. Tennessee game next year in Knoxville.