Overview
- CBS Sports reports Durkin has moved into strong contention for the permanent role as the search narrows.
- ESPN's Pete Thamel says Auburn shifted focus away from Tulane's Jon Sumrall, who is viewed as Florida's clear favorite.
- Reporters note an Auburn win over No. 10 Alabama would boost Durkin's case and could alter the Crimson Tide's SEC title and playoff path.
- Durkin is 1-1 as interim head coach with an overtime loss at Vanderbilt and a 61-17 home win over Mercer.
- Athletic director John Cohen has said he wants Durkin retained on staff, and Newsweek reports he aims to reveal the hire within a day of the game.