The Washington Post reported Sunday evening that Gus Malzahn had accepted Vanderbilt’s offer to become their next head coach. Subsequently, AuburnSports.com reported that was not the case and Malzahn had either turned down the job or would be turning the job down in short order. Multiple reports began surfacing Monday afternoon confirming that website’s original report. Now the official word has come down from on high; Malzahn is staying at Auburn. Auburn spokesman Kirk Sampson told the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer that Malzahn has decided to remain on Gene Chizik‘s staff as offensive coordinator. Subsequent to that report, the university released a statement confirming that Malzahn is the recipient of a contract extension and a raise.
"Gus Malzahn has played a large role in the success of our football program the last two years and we’re very pleased to be able to give him a raise and extend his contract," Chizik said in a statement. "In my opinion we have the best staff in the country, and while we want our coaches to strive to become head coaches, retaining them as long as we can is important to me and the entire Auburn family. Gus is a very bright and talented coach and we are looking forward to beginning preparation for the BCS National Championship. I’m very appreciative of Coach Chizik and the entire administration for their support," Malzahn said. "My family and I love Auburn and right now my main focus is helping Auburn win a national championship."
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