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.

The rumors and reports swirling around Nick Saban's potential coaching return can be put to rest... for now, at least. Saban's own daughter, Kristen, took to social media Thursday to confirm that her father will not be patrolling the sidelines at any level, be it college or the NFL, any time soon.

Rumors began with former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy sharing that someone "in the know" and "notable" told him that Saban is not done coaching. That quote caught on like wildfire in Atlanta, with just about every coach with any connection to Saban fielding questions about his potential comeback during the week.

The beginning of SEC Media Days 2025 began with former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy discussing a possible comeback for legendary head coach, Nick Saban. It quickly became a topic of discussion from former players and former assistant coaches.

Nick Saban rumors continue to dominate the national discourse following SEC Media Days. Which NFL teams could be interested?

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.

The 73-year-old Saban retired after the 2023 season, and currently works as an analyst for ESPN’s College GameDay. He’s given no indication that he might one day return to the sideline, but such rumors will probably always exist as long as he’s alive and healthy.

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

Cleveland Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski could be on the hot seat. Could legendary college coach Nick Saban be a possible replacement for him?