Bruce Pearl Retires As Auburn Basketball Coach - Who Is Bruce Pearl Really?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Bruce Pearl stepping down from Auburn and what his legacy is.

Bruce Pearl has officially stepped down as the head coach of Auburn University’s men’s basketball team. After leading the Tigers to their most successful season ever — a 32-6 record, a No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament, an SEC regular-season title, and a Final Four appearance — Pearl announced that he no longer feels he can give 100% to the job. Despite rumors, he confirmed he will not be running for U.S. Senate. Instead, he will stay connected to the program in a new role as a special assistant and ambassador to the athletic director. Taking over the head coaching position is his son, Steven Pearl, who has been a longtime assistant and most recently served as associate head coach. Bruce Pearl leaves behind a legacy as Auburn’s winningest men’s basketball coach, having transformed the program into a national contender during his tenure. What is Pearl's legacy? Will he really stay away from politics? Who is Bruce Pearl really?