Malzahn was awarded the 2010 Broyles Award, recognizing him as the top assistant coach in the nation. Auburn went on to win the 2011 BCS National Championship Game against Oregon. In 2011, ESPN selected Malzahn as one of the best recruiters in the Southeastern Conference that year as well.
Malzahn's achievement was recognized with the 2010 Broyles Award for being the top assistant coach in the nation. Auburn's success continued with a win in the 2011 BCS National Championship Game against Oregon, and ESPN also highlighted Malzahn as one of the best recruiters in the Southeastern Conference that year.