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Paul Finebaum names a 'perfect fit' for the Auburn opening

ESPN personality Paul Finebaum believes there’s one ideal candidate to take over at Auburn and it's someone currently outside the SEC

Staying ahead of the growing coaching changes, Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall is one name thrown out many times. Finebaum joined The Opening Kickoff podcast this week to discuss current vacancies and zeroed in on Sumrall at Auburn.

“I do believe Sumrall fits most of the checkmarks,” Finebaum said. “I’ve talked to some people at Troy, and they think he was sensational there."

Sumrall, 43, is in his second season at Tulane after posting a 23-4 record in two years at Troy. A former assistant at Ole Miss and Kentucky, he’s earned praise for his defensive background and program-

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