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Auburn Introduces Alex Golesh on Six-Year Deal to Lead Football Program

The 41-year-old offensive architect arrives from USF to revive an Auburn attack that has lagged through five straight losing seasons.

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Nov 15, 2025; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; South Florida Bulls head coach Alex Golesh speaks with the head line judge during the second half against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Navy Midshipmen defeated South Florida Bulls 41-28. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Nov 15, 2025; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; South Florida Bulls head coach Alex Golesh looks on the field during the second half against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Navy Midshipmen defeated South Florida Bulls 41-28. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Sep 13, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; South Florida Bulls head coach Alex Golesh lreacts to a play with quarterback Byrum Brown (17) against the Miami Hurricanes in the third quarter at Hard Rock Stadium.

Overview

  • Auburn formally unveiled Golesh on Monday after announcing his hire Sunday, presenting him to fans and media with athletic director John Cohen citing his player development and explosive offenses.
  • Golesh’s contract spans six years, starting at $6.75 million and escalating to $8 million by 2031, with bonuses tied to nine-win seasons and postseason appearances.
  • At South Florida, Golesh went 23-15 over three seasons, including 9-3 in 2025, and guided an offense that ranked No. 2 nationally in total yardage (about 502 yards per game) and No. 4 in scoring (43 points).
  • He replaces Hugh Freeze, who was fired Nov. 2; defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin finished the season as interim as Auburn went 5-7 overall and 1-7 in SEC play.
  • USF confirmed Golesh’s departure and launched its coaching search, with athletics CEO Rob Higgins thanking him publicly and noting efforts to retain him.