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Gus Malzahn hints at possible position change for John Franklin III

Auburn coach Gus Malzahn isn’t committed to keeping John Franklin III at quarterback for the duration of spring practice.

Malzahn previously shot the scenario down, but that’s not what happened when he was asked about it again Tuesday.

“He’s going to start out at quarterback, and he’ll get reps today and tomorrow at quarterback along with the other four guys,” Malzahn said.

Malzahn stressed the importance of quickly narrowing the field in Auburn’s quarterback competition to consolidate the reps to a “handful of guys.”

What happens if Franklin isn’t part of that group?