It may be too early to tell if Auburn's offense is an abject failure. Realistically, they will need time to implement it. One thing is for sure, though - Nick Saban has the attention of the recruits. Auburn's timing of implementing their new offense is questionable, at best.
Honestly, I think they underestimated the impact of Saban's presence. They don't have the luxury of implementing a new offense and the associated lack of effectiveness with a recruiter like Saban in the state. At best, it's a miscalculation that will cost Auburn in recruiting for several years to come.