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Gus Malzahn relinquishes control of offense as OC Chip Lindsey is introduced
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For many people in position of power, relinquishing the said power for the greater good is sometimes an issue.
The guy on the right says he will not call plays and is even ditching his clipboard. pic.twitter.com/Fi7f5nmHHg
— Brandon Marcello (@bmarcello) January 22, 2017
Auburn introduced Chip Lindsey as its offensive coordinator on Saturday. Head coach Gus Malzahn — known as an offensive guru of sorts — has had his fingerprints all over the Auburn offensive scheme since he’s been with the program.
Malzahn said he's giving up the clipboard on the sideline. His wife, Kristi Malzahn, pumped her fists from the back of the room.
— AUBlog (@AUBlog) January 22, 2017
However, Malzahn revealed during Saturday’s press conference that he will not call the plays this upcoming year. It will instead be Lindsey — the former Arizona State play-caller.
Malzahn said 3 things were critical: 1) Developing QBs; 2) Confidence in turning over offense; 3) Same offensive philosophy. #MGMAuburn
— Matthew Stevens (@matthewcstevens) January 22, 2017
In fact, Malzahn mentioned the development of quarterbacks, the confidence in turning the offense over to Lindsey, and utilizing the same offensive philosophy as the critical items on the agenda during this offseason.
The head coach also admitted that the remainder of the offensive staff will be left intact.
Malzahn: "Chip has his own offense that he's been successful with." Looks forward to Lindsey "spicing up" the Auburn offense.
— AUBlog (@AUBlog) January 22, 2017
Malzahn had this to say about his new offensive coordinator:
“Chip is going to call the plays. This is going to be Chip’s offense I told him we’re in great shape offensively. I’m kind of jealous, honestly I’m very excited about next year. It’s going to be a lot of fun.”
