Auburn is one of the most historical programs in college football, but just how enticing is the Tigers' open head coaching position?

On this edition of " SEC Football Unfiltered ," a podcast from the USA TODAY Network, hosts Blake Toppmeyer and John Adams debate the merits of the Auburn job. They consider the candidacy of 10 potential targets, taking a particular shine to one coach who’s thriving at a nearby school in the ACC.

Auburn running back Damari Alston elected to redshirt for the remainder of the season shortly after Auburn's 20-10 loss to Georgia last month, and has now made a decision regarding his future on the Plains. Hayes Fawcett of Rivals reported Monday that Alston plans to enter the transfer portal at season's end. Alston confirmed the report on X.

Sumrall sits at the top of the list with a 27% chance to be named the new Auburn coach. Addionally, former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald and James Madison's Bob Chesney are listed among the favorites at Auburn.

Auburn became the fourth job opening in the SEC following its firing of coach Hugh Freeze, who was 1-5 in league play and 15-19 overall. Auburn's early hot board features several recognizable names for a program seeking its fourth coach since winning the 2010 national championship.

Cohen told reporters that Auburn interim head coach DJ Durkin will “absolutely” get consideration for the full-time job. A final decision on that likely won’t come until the end of the season.

Annoyed at the CFP Ranking Show.First Quarter: Slouching Tigers, Shrinking CanesThe fact that Hugh Freeze (1) lasted until the afternoon of Nov. 2 at Auburn (2) is one of the biggest upsets in a season of surprises.