Auburn co-DC Tim Banks praises sophomore safety: 'He's playing with some violence'

Auburn’s Defensive Gamble Puts Tim Banks in the Hot Seat

Tim Banks enters his first season on the Auburn Tigers’ coaching staff with a talented and largely healthy safety group, but the opportunity also comes with significant pressure. Hired by new head coach Alex Golesh, Banks will be responsible for developing one of the most important position groups on Auburn’s defense while helping establish the identity of a program entering a new era. Banks is reunited with Golesh after the two previously worke…

Auburn co-DC Tim Banks praises sophomore safety: 'He's playing with some violence'

Auburn co-DC Tim Banks spoke with media on Tuesday following Auburn’s fall camp practice. When asked who on Auburn’s defensive has been a fall camp standout thus far, Banks immediately mentioned sophomore safety Eric Winters. The former 4-star safety played a reserve role last season, totaling 33 tackles with 1 sack (against Texas A&M) and 1 pass deflection (against Oklahoma). Banks mentioned his size and told Auburn reporters that he’s “playing…