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Alabama Holds Off Auburn to Reach SEC Title Game as Tigers Face Imminent Coaching Decision on Durkin

Auburn targets clarity within 24 hours, with D.J. Durkin considered a leading option after Jon Sumrall's focus shifted to Florida.

Overview

  • No. 10 Alabama beat Auburn 27-20 at Jordan–Hare, clinching a spot in next weekend’s SEC championship game in Atlanta.
  • Kalen DeBoer said RB Jam Miller sustained a lower‑leg injury and will be evaluated, with more information expected Monday.
  • Auburn finished 5-7 overall and 1-7 in SEC play, ending Durkin’s interim stint at 1-2 and leaving the Tigers short of bowl eligibility.
  • Athletic director John Cohen has signaled a hire will be announced within roughly a day of the game, and Durkin declined to discuss his candidacy postgame.
  • Industry reporting indicates Jon Sumrall is trending to Florida, boosting Durkin’s chances as players publicly praised him while opinion columns argued against his promotion.