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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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On3 broke the news in on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
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