It is no secret that Auburn had severe defensive problems in 2009.  There was a shortage of healthy players at defensive end, linebacker, and safety. This drastically limited the defensive options available for the team.

There is no need to rehash the 2009 season. It was a simple case of do the best with the players available. This defense bore no resemblance to previous defenses run by Ted Roof or Gene Chizik.

What I have written up until now is simple facts. What I am about to write is speculation and has no bases in fact. It is speculation Auburn fans should take as thought provoking. It is not speculation that should be taken as spot on.

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