Greg Sankey called the criticism golf narrative following Auburn coach Hugh Freeze “misplaced.” The SEC commissioner, who joined “The Opening Kickoff on WNSP-FM 105.5, talked about the balance needed in the lives of his football coaches.

Hugh Freeze Fires Back at Golf Criticism Amid Auburn’s Recruiting Struggles originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Hugh Freeze-led Auburn Tigers currently hold the country’s 78th-ranked 2026 recruiting class, according to 247Sports.

Oklahoma transfer QB Jackson Arnold was asked about criticisms of Auburn football coach Hugh Freeze playing so much golf. Here's what he said.