Kalen Deboer Makes Feelings Clear on Nick Saban’s Surprise Visit During Recruiting Weekend originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Kalen DeBoer is embracing Alabama’s legacy, and that includes the presence of Nick Saban, even in retirement.

If Nick Saban returns to coaching, the Cleveland Browns have been named as a potential landing spot for the legendary coach.

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer needs the rumor of Nick Saban returning to coaching like a drowned man needs a drink. Hugh Freeze needs it even less.

The Alabama Crimson Tide no longer have Nick Saban recruiting for or coaching their defense, but they haven't yet fallen away from his defensive identity. In fact, this season under Kalen DeBoer, PFF believes they have the nation's best unit on that side of the ball.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/name-image-likeness as Colin Cowherd claims fear drove Nick Saban to retire. Legendary head coach Nick Saban shocked the football world when he retired after the 2023 season, and there are varying rumors and opinions on what actually went into that major decision.

Nick Saban and Urban Meyer ruled an era of college football that has sunsetted. Could they thrive in this landscape? Probably.

In a recent mailbag, Stewart Mandel of The Athletic discussed the possibility of the Trojans going after the greatest coach of all time

Following his speech, McAfee introduced the USC Trojans ’ band and cheerleaders, who performed to close out Corso’s tribute, which earned a reaction on Instagram from Nick Saban ’s daughter. “👏 Legend,” Kristen Saban Setas commented on a video of the band’s tribute to Corso.