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Greg McElroy Cites 'Notable' Source Is Adamant that Nick Saban Will Coach College Football Again
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, ALABAMA, JUL 14 – Greg McElroy cites a notable source claiming Nick Saban is likely to return to coaching despite retirement, stirring speculation across college football circles, including SEC insiders.
- On Monday at SEC Media Days in Atlanta, Greg McElroy said a `very-much-in-the-know person` believes Nick Saban will return to coaching, sparking speculation.
- After retiring in January 2024, Saban cited NIL and transfer portal lawlessness as reasons, suggesting these challenges prompted his retirement.
- Supporting coaches like Kiffin and Kelly weighed in, while Kiffin said `He’s not going to need me to hire him` and Kelly stated `It’d be better for college football if Nick Saban is coaching.`
- Rejecting the speculation, Finebaum responded with `No`, immediately dismissing the rumors on Monday morning.
- As Saban nears 74 in October, the evolving landscape could entice a return, suggesting his comeback may reshape college football's future, indicating broader impact.
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Alabama under Nick Saban was a different beast, and not just because of the X’s and the O’s. Being part of the Crimson Tide meant you were being dipped into ‘The Process,’ something Saban took extremely seriously. So when a former Tide running back tells a story about being late, you better believe it’s a full-on lesson in Crimson Culture. The RB set the stage at SEC Media Days, reminiscing on his senior year when Alabama faced off at Tennessee.…
Nick Saban's Return To College Football Coaching Rumor Fueled By Comments At SEC Media Days From Former QB
ATLANTA, GA - Is Nick Saban really thinking about giving up his life of golf and time on the lake for a return to the sidelines in college football? Speaking on his radio show Monday morning from SEC Media Days, former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy stoked the fire when it comes to the conversation surrounding Saban returning to the sport, but with a caveat. "A very much in the know person that I have a lot of respect for and have spent a lot…
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