OPINION: Alex Golesh sends warning shot at Alabama as Auburn’s new HC

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*The Iron Bowl has not served as the center stage for national championship implications, Heisman Trophy implications, recruiting implications, or anything significant in a while.

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This may change with the new leader Auburn has its head coach. In this opinionated piece, I break down the warning shot that Alex Golesh has sent to the University of Alabama – letting Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide know that the Tigers are coming for the crown.

Auburn had success under Gus Malzahn – including two Southeastern Conference Championships (one as an assistant coach), a BCS National Championship in 2010 (assistant coach), a Heisman Trophy winner (Cam Newton, in 2010), and two 10-win seasons – however, it finally has its first real deal football coach since Tommy Tubberville. 

Below is why Golesh sent a shot at Alabama.

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Some call it a coincidence, others say it is “little brother” syndrome, but it was very calculated what Golesh did during a period of spring practice for Auburn.  

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Stephen M. Smith is a team writer for Touchdown Alabama Magazine.  You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @CoachingMSmith.