Auburn Tigers Face Pressure Amid 4-Game Losing Streak Under Coach Hugh Freeze

The Auburn Tigers have suffered four consecutive losses, dropping to a 3-4 record in the 2025 college football season, intensifying scrutiny on head coach Hugh Freeze. Despite his efforts, including building a strong roster and NIL program, Freeze's overall 14-18 record and poor performance against ranked opponents have led to growing calls for his dismissal, including from prominent voices like ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum and former Auburn wide receiver Anthony Schwartz. Freeze has yet to receive public support from Auburn's athletic director John Cohen, fueling speculation that his job security is precarious, particularly ahead of upcoming games against Arkansas and Kentucky. Freeze acknowledges the challenges, emphasizing the need to win and expressing confidence in turning the program around, but admits the pressure is significant and refrains from commenting on his job status. Auburn's recent losses have come against strong teams, but the inability to close out games—highlighted by an overtime loss to Missouri where the offense struggled—has frustrated fans and analysts alike. Should Auburn decide to part ways with Freeze, he would be the third head coach fired in six years, reflecting the program's ongoing search for stability and success.