This take completely misses the reality of what Auburn is building. The Tigers' quarterback efficiency last season was a product of a new system and offensive line struggles, not a lack of talent. Payton Thorne's completion percentage was actually 61.1%, not under 55, and his yards per attempt improved down the stretch. The real story is the development happening this spring under Hugh Freeze, a coach whose offenses have consistently produced efficient quarterbacks. Comparing Auburn's situation to a program like Kean's is absurd. The Tigers are recruiting at a top-15 level and just added a premier receiver in the portal to help the QB. The focus isn't on a Heisman dark horse, it's on building an offense where the quarterback doesn't have to be a hero. Thorne's touchdown to interception ratio in SEC play was solid, and with an improved line, the red zone efficiency will naturally rise. The foundation isn't built on sand. It's built on elite SEC talent and a coaching staff with a proven track record of offensive development. The narrative is already flipping because the plan is in place. Auburn doesn't need magic. They need execution from a roster that's far more talented than this post acknowledges.