Nick Saban Responds to Speculation About Return to Coaching
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, ALABAMA, JUL 24 – Steve Sarkisian discusses Nick Saban’s retirement, noting his competitive nature and media role while speculation about a return centers on Saban’s ties to Arch Manning and the SEC.
- On Thursday, Texas coach Steve Sarkisian previewed the 2025 season opener against Ohio State, highlighting the game plan for Jeremiah Smith and expectations for Arch Manning.
- Earlier this month, Greg McElroy said a trusted source predicted Saban will return to coaching, fueling speculation at SEC Media Days in Atlanta.
- This year’s sales hit 56,537, Brett Scarbrough reported, marking only the third time since 2009 OSU topped 56,000 non-student tickets.
- While Brown backed Texas, Urban Meyer chose Ohio State, citing quarterback experience and game strategy.
- On July 25, 2025, Nick Saban said he only started considering a return two days ago and remains happy as an ESPN College GameDay analyst.
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Nick Saban all but shuts down rumors of his return to coaching: 'I enjoy what I am doing'
Rumors about Nick Saban potentially returning to the sideline ran rampant last week, but the seven-time national champion does not appear to be in a rush to get back.Former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy said on his radio show he was told by a source Saban may return in the future, although McElroy didn't believe it himself.In any case, college football fans got their hopes up, and Saban poured cold water on it all in an appearance with "Fox &…
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C 33%
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