Auburn names Ellis Johnson defensive coordinator
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Auburn has hired former Southern Miss coach Ellis Johnson as defensive coordinator.
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Auburn names Ellis Johnson defensive coordinator
He has been defensive coordinator at South Carolina, Clemson, Alabama and Mississippi State. His final Gamecocks defense ranked third nationally in yards allowed and second-best against the pass.
Martin embarrassed by struggling Gamecocks offense
Last Sunday, South Carolina trailed Clemson by double digits much of the second half in a 64-55 loss. Martin called the offense inept right after the loss. His view didn’t change after watching tape the past few days.
