Gus Malzahn revealed his starting quarterback on Monday, but has yet to make a decision on the less glamorous position of punter.



Following the team's 11th practice of fall camp Monday, Malzahn was asked to update the race that includes returning backup Ian Shannon, starting kicker Daniel Carlson, holder Tyler Stovall and walk-on Aidan Marshall.



"Getting closer," Malzahn said. "Getting a lot closer. We punted, had some backed-up punt situations today. I want to look at it on film and all that. I'm feeling better about that position and that's a good thing."



Shannon appears to be Auburn's preference, but he has yet to perform consistently enough to win the job. Last season he served as the backup to former starter Kevin Phillips. Shannon punted three times for an average of 30.67 yards per attempt.



Has Shannon created separation in Auburn's punter competition?



Malzahn said the staff was expecting a lot from Shannon during Saturday's scrimmage inside Jordan-Hare Stadium and he performed well.



"He had a good day today," Malzahn said after the scrimmage. "I was really happy for him. A lot of pressure was on him, this was a time when we challenged our guys in front of our coaches and our players at the stadium. And he responded well."