Tigers’ Offensive Coordinator / Running Backs coach DERRICK NIX has turned down a jaw-dropping $3 million offer from the Texas Longhorns…
đ Who is Derrick Nix?
Former Southern Miss RB (1998â2002), overcome serious health challenges (kidney disease/transplant) .
Spent 16 years at Ole Miss: 12 years coaching RBs, then WRs, and ultimately Associate Head Coach .
Took the Auburn OC/RB role under Hugh Freeze starting in the 2024 season .
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Did he really turn down Texas for loyalty to “The Tigers”?
Most recent and credible reports (AP, ESPN, etc.) show no confirmation of an offer from Texas, let alone $3 million. All trace back to that recent MetroInfos article.
Notably, Nix now coaches at Auburn, not Clemson, making the report even more suspect.
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How well is Nix doing at Auburn?
Among the highest-paid RB coaches in 2025âwith a salary around $900K, unique among peers for combining OC and RB duties .
Known as a top recruiter and offensive developer, including helping produce a first-team All-SEC RB, Jarquez Hunter, who rushed for 1,201 yards in 2024 .
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TL;DR
Claim Reality
Turned down Texas’ $3 million offer Unverifiedâlikely false
Works at Clemson Falseâcurrently at Auburn
Is a top coordinator/coach Absolutely. Respected SEC coach, well-compensated, strong track record
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In short: There’s no solid proof Nix actually declined a jaw-dropping offer from Texas or that he plays for Clemson. Instead, whatâs factual:
Heâs the OC/RB coach at Auburn since spring 2024.
One of the highest-paid coaches in his role.
A highly regarded strategist, developer, and recruiter in the SEC
