Auburn hired Bryan Harsin as its next head coach last month.
On Thursday, Harsin hired Will Friend to Auburn’s staff as the Tigers’ offensive line coach.
Friend served as Tennessee’s offensive line coach from 2018-20 under Jeremy Pruitt.
“I’m happy to welcome Coach Friend to our staff here at Auburn,” Harsin said in a press release. “We both strongly believe that winning the line of scrimmage is one of the most important parts of a successful football team. His offensive lines have a history of being physically and mentally tough. We’re excited to have Will join the Auburn family.”
Welcome to The Plains, @CoachWillFriend!#WarEagle
— Auburn Football (@AuburnFootball) January 8, 2021
“I want to thank Coach Harsin for the opportunity to join his staff at Auburn. I’ve coached against Coach Harsin and have always had so much respect for him and the culture he created within his program. Auburn is a special place and I have great regard for the Auburn football program, the university, and the incredible passion of the Auburn family. I’m excited to join something special at Auburn with Coach Harsin and the staff.” — Will Friend
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