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Auburn Hires USF’s Alex Golesh as Head Football Coach

Auburn turns to the 41-year-old USF rebuilder to revive a stagnant offense.

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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

  • The university announced Golesh as its 33rd head coach, and ESPN reports he agreed to a six-year contract.
  • Golesh compiled a 23-15 record over three seasons at South Florida, finishing 9-3 in 2025 after taking over a program that had gone 4-29 in the prior three years.
  • USF’s offense under Golesh ranked No. 2 nationally in total yards per game (about 502) and No. 4 in scoring (43 points) this season.
  • He drew serious interest from Arkansas before choosing Auburn, and ESPN reports the Razorbacks hired Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield.
  • Auburn parts ways with Hugh Freeze owing roughly $15.8 million in buyout money after five straight losing seasons.