Exclusive Nick Saban interview after his Alabama retirement w/ Rece Davis 🔊 | ESPN College Football

[@BamaFootball]

This man exemplifies the standard of greatness

[@VinceMcMahon124]

Gotta agree!

[@lindseyandrewal]

KH - you never stop bro

[@mas5867]

7 NCs, 6 with caveats. Nobody has done that.

[@rollingfinn2044]

​@@mas5867Saban GOAT

[@henrylee8510]

Thank you for the compliment.

[@joyfultrails]

As one writer said, Coach Bryant created a kingdom and Coach Saban turned it into an empire. His commitment to excellence brought so much joy to my family and me - the games we attended, the titles we celebrated, the games we watched on TV, even the press conferences. He did so much more than win football games.

[@lionlikemessenger]

Great comment!

[@willl7780]

good analogy..

[@rodneysparks6442]

Well said and us too! Here's to more of great BAMA football in the Future. RTR!!

[@CurtisLoew63]

Roll Tide

[@whodatn4l948]

And just like every empire before, it will fall into irrelevance.

[@benjaminmayfield6954]

From a DIE HARD Georgia fan, how can you not like this guy? Greatest coach to walk grounds of my generation. Yes it’s hard looking back at his wins over the dawgs but can’t help but smile as to what he did for his players and coaches and for the game of football. Set the standard and forced others to chase him. Go dawgs. Only time you’ll hear me say Roll tide!

[@gregvasser6944]

Hey Georgia fan I obviously will miss coach Saban, but those were respectful words you said& when Alabama wasn't in the hunt for a title, when Georgia won the last 2 titles I rooted for them to,a SEC fan always& COACH Kirby Smart Is a class act himself.

[@Scotty4ex]

I like your comment till that last part 😂 Go Dawgs!!!

[@scottrackley4457]

He trained you up an excellent coach

[@ETBeats-yw1lk]

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[@kpinsnpanda8296]

Thank you..❤

[@EthanC_09]

As a Gators fan, this man is the GOAT and I am very sad to see him go. Nick Saban is the epitome of success and structure and society needs more people like him.

[@buckmagnum300]

THANKS FROM A DIE HARD BAMA FAN!!👍

[@icydaddy]

@@buckmagnum300 sounds like his wife forced him into retirement. id be pissed if i was a bama fan

[@b-rad2699]

@@icydaddypissed? How could we ever be pissed at him or Ms Terry? She’s the one that talked him into coming back to college football. Without her non of this would have happened. Both gave 110% for 17 years…

[@icydaddy]

@@b-rad2699 yea they went back to college cuz she couldn’t take the heat from the nfl fans wouldn’t doubt it if it caught up to her with college. IMO Ms Terry has a little more say on Nick’s life than she should.

[@johnlee7085]

@icydaddy We must have listened to two different interviews or you just don’t believe what Coach Saban said. He specifically commented on her saying she would support him in whichever decision he made. She’s obviously very invested in the program as well. Or maybe you’re just too young or lacking to recognize that life and abilities change for seniors. Or maybe you’re just a negative person.

[@davidstinson3485]

The best Coach of all time. Nobody can coach like Saban we will definitely miss you .

[@SaintsAK41]

Correct and Alabama fans will compare every coach that comes through Bama to Saban .. That’s going to hard for them. Bama got the guy that took the Job, he also agreed to letting Saban have 100% to the program🤷🏻‍♂️Did he retire or not? I believe that why Guys Like Kiffin,Sark,Norvel said no thanks. An don’t tell us Alabama didn’t offer these guys!!

[@187Chevy]

Best college coach….still legendary

[@jimlthor]

​@SaintsAK41 every other top 20 team compares their coach to Saban.. I think most Bama fans understand that they were watching the best to ever do it and knew this was going to happen soon

[@tidefanyankee2428]

The comparisons happened to every coach Bama hired after the Bear retired although he passed away shortly thereafter. But when you have legendary coaches like Bryant and Saban that is GOING to happen. Does anyone remember who took over after John Wooden retired? Probably not. Bama fans (and I am a +50 year Tide fan) have become accustom to winning.....A LOT. The pressure to perform on the new coach is going to be incredible. As far as allowing Coach Saban to have access to the program goes....who wouldn't want him as a resource with the gravitas that he brings? I think Bama looked/considered Kiffin, Sark, Norvel and maybe one or two others. Maybe those coaches are comfortable where they are. Maybe they didn't want to be the guy who followed a legend. Frankly, I can't blame any coach for not wanting or taking the job. I think taking it speaks well of DeBoer, considering the program he had built in WA.

[@tidefanyankee2428]

One more thing, as far as Coach Saban stepping on the new head coach's toes......I don't see that happening. Nick Saban is the ULTIMATE "team guy". With him, it's about the "us and we" not the "me". He has repeated this theme over and over and over throughout his time at Bama, and you saw/hear it here during this interview. If Coach Saban had any suggestions for Coach DeBoer, I truly believe he would offer them behind closed doors and NEVER, EVER in the public eye.

[@brendenknight8]

I’m a 25 year old Alabama alum. This man made me fall in love with the school and college football. Growing up in a super small town Alabama football was everything. This man has done more for the state of Alabama than any politician could ever imagine. Every man should strive to be even half the person Nick Saban is. Not just in sports but life. I absolutely idolize Coach Saban and i will miss him everyday. Roll Tide Forever.

[@sarahardin6451]

I couldn't have said it better!! There's no words to explain the respect and love I have for him ❤️ of course in football that applies but even more so in life!! About 1x a week, I'm on yt searching for one of Nick's speeches just to get a dose of wisdom for the day!

[@thedungeondelver]

I'm twice your age, and I started watching Bama football with Paul Bear Bryant, and I too grew up in a small Alabama town. I agree with you 100%.

[@Grubestie1256]

Well said..

[@redcapote4760]

There are few men as classy and committed to excellence as Nick Saban. He is one of those geographical icons that I know just how much he makes you proud. I feel the same about my Spanish icons, such as Rafa Nadal. They exude everything you hold high, and respect, and can point to and say, "He is our best. He is the example we are insanely proud of and we all want to be more like." I absolutely get it.

[@jklmn101]

@@redcapote4760 Yes, you get it!

[@lindseyrhynes4072]

Thank you, Coach! Thank you for all you did for Alabama and not just the University and the team. You are a class act, and deserve all good things in this world. Enjoy your time with Ms. Terry and your children and grandchildren. Roll Tide forever!

[@KidLatin27]

Yeah we'll all miss you Nick Saban and thank you for all you have done for us throughout the last 17 years and I'm glad I got a chance to meet you as well and we know your going to help this new coach however we get so many thanks for a great run ROLL TIDE.😊🎉

[@RobbieStacks90]

LSU transformed Saban from a great coach into one of the premier coaches in college football, but Alabama is where he rose to the same tier as Bobby Bowden, Tom Osborne, Joe Pa, Bear Bryant, Pete Carroll, etc. A lot of that had to do with the talent he signed, but you still have to coach the talent correctly.

[@mas5867]

@@RobbieStacks90 LOL. Most of the players on the 2009 team were Shula's recruits. I said, MOST. Some of the stars were his, but the school name was signing the players, not him. Then it became a self-perpetuating machine.

[@rollingfinn2044]

​@@mas5867Saban GOAT

[@ziff_1]

I'm so happy he's STAYING in Tuscaloosa, and will even have an office on campus! That makes it sting less.

[@jamesa5720]

Such class...from start to finish. I miss him already.

[@MuhGlassRibs]

i like how he paid a girl to get her boyfriend to committ to bama and when her boyfriend committed, saban gave her a fake job on his staff. good ole landon collins

[@dennisb-trains23]

Second

[@bradleyward285]

​@@MuhGlassRibs proof??

[@MuhGlassRibs]

@@bradleyward285 google "landon collins girlfriend offered job" while youbare googling look up mark ingram and landon collins fishing trip

[@bb3585]

@@MuhGlassRibs Bless your black little heart.

[@jameyco]

My hats off to Rece Davis for keeping it together during that interview, as an Alabama Alum he had to be very emotional. Roll Tide and best of luck to Coach Saban.

[@mas5867]

Do you prefer to wear long dresses or short skirts?

[@GigginQuick]

Auburn fan here. I’m in awe of everything you accomplished at Alabama. Not only were you a formidable opponent, but you gave us on the Auburn side a kick in the behind to make the best of ourselves. Congratulations on your retirement. You earned it.

[@americannightmare425]

I saw a stat-line the other day, Auburn is 8-14 against Nick Saban. Y’all were the closest in the SEC to playing .500 ball with us, which is a huge accomplishment. Roll Tide

[@brianraftery7675]

Not only a man of success, but also a man of value. Well done, Coach Saban - truly the Greatest of All Time.

[@redcapote4760]

Success like that without values just doesn't carry the same respect and worth. People like Saban set the best example.

[@Mackham63]

Coach Saban, from a Georgia fan I want to congratulate you on a great career. Undisputed greatest head coach of all time. I surprised to say I’ll miss you being in it year in and year out. College football won’t be the same. I truly wish you the best in retirement! May God bless you and your family!

[@wesleybaker9724]

He won by having DOMINATE TALENT, without that he's just another coach and the stats prove it the last few years!

[@zesolodar]

@@wesleybaker9724 what stats prove that the last few years? you are aware part of being a great coach is wait for it recruiting and people. over the last 10 years before the last 3 years did georgia have dominate talent going back to mark richt? yea they did how many titles did they win? did florida have dominate talent, did they win as much as bama and saban did? no they didnt. clemson, ohio state, oklahoma, michigan ect.... so many teams had dominate talent but didnt do nearly as much as saban and bama did. i mean before i went to bama i was a diehard michigan fan, chad henne, mike hart, braylon edwards, steve breaston, arrington. they had dominate rosters, never id anything with them. but yea just stop talking. i mean he did not have a majorly dominant team this year and lost to the eventually champions in overtime. Played in two national championships over the last four years. seriously what are you smoking

[@phaster01]

@@wesleybaker9724I’m a diehard Georgia fan who loved the drama surrounding Alabama and Georgia. And even as a Georgia fan, I find your comment extremely disrespectful and entirely WRONG!! What Saban has contributed is felt throughout all of college football. Whatever standards for a winning team exists, NICK SABAN SET THEM. Congrats Coach Saban to a job well done!! (…GO DAWGS)

[@carteralexanderthegreat2177]

He saw this and said thank you 😂😂😂😂😂

[@azharshaharuddin8850]

Age & energy level is the real factor. I agree. At the same think Saban hates to lose. Now with NIL , it's a level playing field now. In SEC, he will come face to face with his former assistants.Losing to them is doubly hard. Happy retirement coach.

[@armanigracia]

As a Clemson alum, thank you Coach Saban for the battles and the memories! The greatest EVER.

[@alonzokincaid1362]

Dabo to bama!

[@timbodens1556]

Thank you Clemson for the worst beatdown Alabama had under Nick Saban.

[@zzeus43]

@@alonzokincaid1362 I hope not!

[@alonzokincaid1362]

@@timbodens1556 and now dabo is leaving for bama.

[@mannyguglielmo2001]

From a longhorns fan he’s the undisputed goat no matter what watching him in 09 till now was a pleasure!! He’s taken the young men into something special! Thanks saban for everything you’ve done for the league!

[@buckmagnum300]

THANKS FROM A DIE HARD BAMA FAN!!👍

[@mas5867]

You're kinda slow huh! The 2023 CFP decision will always be known for FSU not making it bec the CFP thought a team playing without their starting QB was not good football. TX was a shell in the 2009 game. Colt, 2700 yds for the season, goes down 6 plays into the game and true freshman Garrett, 150 yds coming in, replaces him. Results were a farce.

[@zacharyowenmartin8247]

​​@@mas5867Didn't FSU losing to Georgia so bad that it sets the new mark for the largest margin of victory in any bowl or National Championship game in college football history kind of prove they werent ready for the championship this year and the CFP was right? Or do you disagree?

[@themuckler8176]

​@@mas5867You're not terribly bright, are you?

[@mas5867]

​@zacharyowenmartin8247 GTFOH, you dishonest POS! 17 of their 22 starters didn't play in that game.

[@NunyaBizness-X]

Love that dude. He made LSU what it is today. Hated playing him at Bama… but he is the greatest of all time. He’s truly going out on top.

[@jamesplyons8782]

Y

[@lsubandtrumpet2014]

He did LSU bad

[@yungbake2161]

@@lsubandtrumpet2014it obviously worked out lmao.

[@kevinmccall5218]

From a Georgia fan.. Nothing but respect for you Coach Saban. Thank you for all you have done for the sport of college football. It will not be the same with you not on the sidelines

[@kyleurban20]

Thanks friend from Alabama fan

[@LilBoiPeep69]

Georgia might never have become what it is today without Nick Saban. Outside of Georgia’s 2007 W vs Bama, the Dawgs were cursed. The above average results of Richt forced the aggressive hire of Kirby. One of the greatest of Saban’s coordinators. Beating Bama in 2021 was the ultimate final boss type game for Georgia. Second national title appearance, second time vs Bama. Clearly Georgia had to beat Bama to lift the curse. Georgia did and now yall have a program that has gone 42-2 in the past three seasons. Greatness breed’s greatness to combat it. That how Saban indirectly made Georgia.

[@scottrackley4457]

@@LilBoiPeep69 I'd say Coach Smart was the greatest of his coordinators. He and Coach Saban just vibed in their approach to defense. There is a lot of respect there on both sides. I kinda wonder if Nick told Kirby to vamoose over to Georgia for his own good. It would be something he'd do.

[@buckmagnum300]

THANKS FROM A DIE HARD BAMA FAN!!👍

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

Looks like the dawgs might ne in the drivers seat now in the SEC from a bama fan .for a little while anyway 😉

[@AshCrazy14]

Gonna miss him on the sidelines but gonna miss EVEN MORE the moral he brings. Gonna be so hard to replace a man with such integrity. Congratulations Coach Saban. Job well done!

[@christopherwoodson7162]

Job well done indeed 😭😭😭😭

[@willl7780]

alabama was blessed to have this guy so long

[@christopherwoodson7162]

@@willl7780 that we were.

[@AdmiringInstantCamera-us7pd]

Integrity? C’mon

[@Shannoneffects1]

In my opinion, the best Coach ever! I wish Coach Saban and his family the very best!

[@acjordangaming52]

I met Saban at his summer football camp, and it was harder than any football practice that I ever went through in high school. Him and Pruitt got on to me for messing up a cover 3 at the middle backer position. I'll never forget those moments. I had season tickets in 2016-18, and those were some of the best times of my life. Thank you, coach, for everything you did for my favorite university and inspiring me every day to get up and chase greatness.

[@stephenfrisby8739]

Respect

[@whocares-ej2cl]

What's your name I'm calling bs I'll apologize if the google comes back riteous

[@stephenfrisby8739]

@@whocares-ej2cl what u calling BS on exactly?

[@acjordangaming52]

@whocares-ej2cl it's not like I said I played college ball or was a 5 star, my guy. It's something that happened at one of his high school summer camps

[@milkschalklate]

Respect from a Michigan fan. Sometimes we all got sick of Alabama winning ALL THE TIME😂 but that’s a testament to his success. It was non stop at all times. His worst years were light years ahead of 98 percent of other teams best years. And he didn’t have many off years. No one has ever done it better, and it won’t be the same without him.

[@buckmagnum300]

THANKS FROM A DIE HARD BAMA FAN!!👍

[@nicklemus999]

U have my upmost respect and that’s hard to get as a Michigan fan . Congrats on the championship and hopefully we will see y’all again next year

[@Fam1stCEO]

@@nicklemus999why is it hard to get ?? Because we retired saban after they said Michigan was scared to play bama 😭😭😭

[@KevinShoemaker-oj1pi]

​@@Fam1stCEObecause we don't respect that hack of a head coach you got!

[@AnimeMovement]

@@Fam1stCEOY’all didn’t retire Saban. One of his worst teams almost beat y’all’s best, lol

[@FLIP205]

The living legend. You will be missed coach saban and I appreciate everything you done at Alabama. It’s was exciting and a pleasure to be a part of these great years for the last 17 years.THE GOAT

[@skuttsupreme8351]

Chances are you’re not from Alabama and weren’t an Alabama fan until Saban. It’s the biggest front runner fanbase in the history of sports. It’s not real.

[@tidefanyankee2428]

@@skuttsupreme8351auburn alum are ya........

[@polo_sheridan2869]

Thank you Coach Saban for everything you have done for us Bama fans and the University of Alabama!

[@joshuaworthy6670]

25 year old Auburn fan here. Have basically spent my childhood and partial early adult life watching Saban. Nothing but respect for him what a great leader and role model to look up to. The life values that he lives by not just as a coach but as a man are spectacular and something to look up to as a young man. Well done Coach Saban congrats on an absolute amazing career

[@mas5867]

NEVER beat a 9 win AU team in any of his NC years. Free rides matter.

[@wubuck79]

@@mas5867you’re right. He’s just lucky. Nothing special about him. Everybody calls him the greatest of all time, but I’m sure you know better 🙄

[@rollingfinn2044]

​@@mas5867Saban GOAT

[@garyhill6329]

@mas5867 The Bermuda Triangle at Jordan Hare has been a challenge for sure. He’s 7-1 in the iron bowl at Tuscaloosa and the margin of victory is 3 TD’s, losing only in ‘10 during the Scam Newton era, but only 5-4 in Jordan Hare. With the whole O-Line downfield Marshall to Coats on the game tying score in ‘13, time-out basically granted end of first half in ‘19 when none existed…to allow time for a FG, ticky tack holds on Jones to Ruggs TD in ‘19, 40 yard reverse to go up 14-0 in ‘23 taken off the board, etc., etc. Given those obstacles, it’s a miracle he was 5-4 in that place. .

[@tierra5020]

​@mas5867 how many times has that rang true for Auburn? And how many championships has auburn won? What number coach is auburn on again? #staymad

[@davidread8271]

As an Ohio State fan, this man is the GOAT, off the field and on. It's been an honor to watch him coach the game and lead young men to better lives both in football but also personally. Much respect.

[@jamesschmidlin1127]

And don’t forget this guy is a Buckeye through and through, he just made his mark and legacy in college football in Alabama.

[@JWPCMH]

Saban was a defensive backs coach at Ohio State under coach Earle Bruce. He replaced Pete Carroll. Was fired from Bruce's staff after the 1981 season after allowing 28 points to Navy in the Liberty Bowl.

[@teller1290]

​@@JWPCMHyeh, he had a similar problem with the option with the Citadel a number of yrs ago - lol.

[@jackaerni1049]

@@JWPCMH didn’t know about the score of that bowl game, but I also heard he stood up and defended an assistant coach and was fired right after that. Saban lowkey an Ohio boy😂😂

[@mas5867]

Ryan Day, LOL. Lou Holtz is still smiling about Day's attempt to motivate his team to achieve something.

[@jboone89]

I am so very lucky to have gone thru my late teens, all of my 20s, and now some of my 30s with this man as the leader of my adored college football team. Never will I take those years for granted. Thanks for the memories, Coach!

[@latoyabaldwin]

❤Me too..what a great time it has been🥂

[@Jeremy-pb5xk]

And we’re old enough to remember the dark ages and truly appreciate this run

[@Jakxx-mp3bj]

Without a doubt. I remember the day he was hired (on my birthday & it was the best bday present ever) and how you just knew things were going to change from the disaster that had been the previous 5-10 years. The only worry then was how long was he going to stay and I never would've believed it would be 17 years of the best college football dynasty to ever grace the planet. Truly thankful.

[@pryingopenmythirdeye1830]

You must be same age as me , 34. I was 17 when Saban came to bama. Went to the Aday game. It's sad man time Is really flying

[@King-C]

From a Texas fan congrats on a phenomenal career Coach Saban!! The greatest coach in college football history! Roll tide! 🐘

[@JonathanRamsey87]

From a Ole Miss fan I have nothing but upmost respect for Coach Saban and all of his accomplishments. What a career and legacy and one that imo will never be duplicated Congrats to the GOAT Coach Saban on an amazing career. Much love

[@buckmagnum300]

THANKS FROM A DIE HARD BAMA FAN!!👍

[@brennan2057]

Also from Oxford, I will always be thankful to be able to grow up witnessing sabans coaching and the greatness that came with it. I did despise bama but it was mostly because it sucked knowing we were probably gonna lose when we played saban every year.

[@CDeeez94]

As a Florida State fan, Nick Saban has my utmost respect. He's a fantastic coach and a fantastic person. He's done so much for the University of Alabama, for his players, and for the sport of college football. College football won't be the same without him. Enjoy your retirement, coach!

[@2fly460]

He shouldn’t have any of your respect he’s a 🗑️ head coach when 💩 gets rough and competition steps up now that his team is not gonna be in the conversation every year he retires🤣 he’s one of if not the biggest prime examples of a head coach that is a straight up 🤡

[@SauceK5]

@@2fly4607 championships yet he 🗑️😮

[@howdiedoodie8587]

We hearing Kiffin is the new man

[@howdiedoodie8587]

@@Roc-RighteousIt’s Kiffin. We already know.

[@howdiedoodie8587]

We are hearing in T town that Kiffin is the man now.

[@billpatterson6249]

For me, as a retired high school coach, there is nothing I can say about Coach Saban that is adequate. Simply the best.

[@lisalindblad-ms7zc]

He is a great man and class act. The fact that fans of other college teams have so much respect for this man speaks volume. Thank you Coach Saban for everything you have done for Alabama and college football.

[@gonaharris2989]

I never thought this moment would give me misty eyes and so many feels. 😢 This man is a class act in every aspect and Miss Terry is equally as amazing. He has impacted so many lives in such a positive way.

[@ralphbryant8178]

To the collegiate Fanbase family. This forever Bama Fan here is honored to read the messages of respect you have for the work Coach Saban has put in. So so honored of being part of this collegiate Fanbase family. Even tho we cheer against and trash talk. At the end of it. When good work is done we respect it. Love from this Bama fan

[@timothyjohnson5066]

Coach Saban, thank you for everything you have done for Alabama and college football! You have made the last 17 years of being a Bama fan the wildest ride ever! I am so grateful for your tireless effort and your dedication to striving for perfection! We truly were not worthy!

[@shafter1118]

College Football will never be the same without Saban. 😢 Will miss you coach! Thanks for all the joy!

[@MattZ653]

Nick Saban meant so much to so many players. Most of all, he brought so much joy to Alabama fans and to LSU prior to that. Even from what was said in terms of how he helped so many people on campus speaks volumes. Best of luck in his retirement, he certainly deserves it.

[@PeteBoyerOutdoors]

Saban is class. Always concerned with the people around him, and how his departure affects the broader organization. Thanks Coach.

[@countrykang1996]

Man I’ve never met this man but yet in a weird way he’s like a father figure. The way he interacts with his players touched me. As a former athlete you know when a coach is genuine. This man isnt a coach he’s a teacher. He has a great heart he’s honest he’s real he’s a great human being. I have a 16 yr old son and I make him listen to coach Saban in the regular. I wish my son could’ve had the opportunity to play for this man even if he never touched the field just for the experience to learn and be a sponge under his guidance. I can go on and on just like the rest of y’all but it’s pointless. Man I love you coach Nick Saban you have helped me as a man and I’m sure gona miss seeing you on the sidelines. I am greatful I lived to be a witness and i am greatful my son got to see what you brought to sports. I pray you live a long and happy life with Mrs Terry your children and grandchildren… ok that’s that

[@shannabrown9559]

Standing ovation, a round of applause-worthy interview! Thank you Coach Saban for the legacy and all the memories. We will certainly miss you for many years to come. Enjoy your next chapter....Roll Tide forever!!

[@aaronbell8918]

Well I’m glad it’s not a health issue. Coach… it’s been one heck of a ride! Thank you so much for all that you have done for the university and the community. You gave us Bama fans and alumni something to be proud of! Thank you Sir!

[@mas5867]

14, 14, 15 pts per yr the last 3 yrs from 5 losses each yr . Next yrs schedule with Milrod was going to be a disaster.

[@aaronbell8918]

⁠@@mas5867Don’t be a hater bro, that’s an ugly trait to have. Plus real men don’t hate, that’s very feminine.

[@christopherwoodson7162]

​@@mas5867huh? What are you trying to say?

[@mas5867]

@@christopherwoodson7162 mostly, probably.

[@christopherwoodson7162]

@@mas5867 yeah, that's what I figured. You're tweaking bro

[@donnawitman3224]

Coach Sabin is a once in a lifetime coach…never be another one like him. Wish him much joy and happiness in the next chapter of his life.

[@CynthiaCurtis-w5x]

No doubt one of the most inspiring coaches ever! Not just football but in life! Thanks Nick for all you have done and continue to do!❤

[@koreygibson76]

As a fan of UGA and as much as I wanted to dislike you (only when you played us) or your success at Alabama, everyone had to give pause and respect because you were the OG and you created a standard. Because of the standard, you created a greater appreciation for those who love the SEC and college football as a whole. You are easily one of the greatest to do it and I hope you enjoy the next cycle of your life. Salute to you Coach Saban…

[@Henry-jr1lj]

This is one of the best interviews I have ever seen in my 60 years of existence! I personally want to say: Thank you Coach Nick Saban for EVERYTHING that you gave to the sport of college football. You gave everything that you had, on and off the field, and, for that, I say thank you. You are the G.O.A.T. Enjoy your retirement!

[@BigRed-Heron]

This is why this man is one of a few of the greatest head coaches that has ever walked out on the field!! Enjoy your retirement Coach and may God keep you and your family safe and happy!!

[@sanquillahopkins6473]

This man has earned retirement. He’s earned his flowers. Nothing but respect for everything that you’ve brought to the game coach Saban. #gatornation

[@maturner41]

As a LSU fan you will be greatly missed! Thanks for getting us a championship! What a great soul a side of him nobody knew. Was a great rivalry everyone watched sad to see it go.

[@dying-breed]

From an FSU fan, coach Saban is the 🐐. A true example of what a real man looks like. ❤ Bama

[@buddyryeSE]

I found Saban quite humble and relatable in this interview. What an awesome coach and person.

[@jcasben]

What an amazing interview, Nick Saban is the highest class of person and coach who lives to serve others

[@fosko91]

Eternally grateful that my son played for Coach Saban at the University of Alabama. I never lost a minute of sleep after dropping him off in Tuscaloosa because I knew that he was in good hands. That was a very comfortable and peaceful feeling for me. Knowing he was being molded by Coach Saban and learning "The Process" was one of the best things that I could've ever hoped for him. The friendships, memories, and experiences he built there will be w/ him forever. Enjoy retirement Coach Saban, and hit them straight. You deserve every bit of it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart sir. Roll Tide!

[@TylerDavenport-pi4mu]

We love you and what you did for all of these young people and the University of Alabama. Watching you has brought our family together for many years. Thank you.

[@jberg8159]

Great interview. I’ve always appreciated coach Saban honesty and genuineness. He will be missed.

[@angiepack2929]

He gave us 17 wonderful years. He was and is the greatest to ever coach. He is the G.O.A.T., and we are proud to say he was ours for a little while. We love him and Ms. Terri, and always will. Go well sir, you earned it. We thank you.

[@algilmer3608]

He isn’t going to quit coaching. He’s just going to stop coaching football. The world still has lifetimes to learn from him! The support he has shown his players is something that comes from the heart. That doesn’t just stop 😌

[@jonahjobin9957]

A class act through and through and the greatest to ever do it. As I heard someone say yesterday "There is no Mount Rushmore, there is just Nick Saban." What a career, what a person. Excited to see what he does moving forward as it certainly seems like he wants to stay in the game in some way or another.

[@timothy9596]

The GOAT. Thank you Coach Saban for everything you've done for the sport! You will be sorely missed.

[@BigEustace]

It’s nice to know that coach is still going to have a presence despite his retirement. That shows commitment and true leadership. Thanks for all the memories coach saban 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@baselt6552]

From an Oklahoma Sooner fan. Coach Saban is most probably the greatest coach to ever coach the sport . He has the right good old fashioned mentality , character and work ethic that few will match ,if ever. Speaks a lot about his right upbringing by his father and mother and his mentors. What an amazing career and will miss seeing him coach and share his passion and input .

[@RobbieStacks90]

I would still favor Pete Carroll over Nick Saban. He was a master recruiter at SC and kept defenses off balanced all game long. I don't think anybody has ever outcoached Pete Carroll. He won at the college and pro level, often times with teams that didn't have a ton of talent and was fired by the Patriots and Seahawks for reasons other than his coaching acumen. The knock on Saban is that when he left LSU for the Dolphins, he failed so miserably in the NFL that his name became a running joke until he won at Alabama and removed the stigma. Same thing with Spurrier and the Redskins I can't rate any of those coaches ahead of Pete Carroll, knowing that they couldn't do what he did on both levels.

[@seldomseensavage3459]

@@RobbieStacks90you mean forfeiting wins & giving back the Heisman? Yeah, he’s great from the pathetic pac 12

[@Don-md6wn]

Yeah, Nick Saban was such a miserable failure in 2 seasons with the Dolphins that Wayne Huizenga did everything he could to try to convince him to stay.@@RobbieStacks90

[@williamfelderiii5124]

Z1 M

[@sidwoods4589]

@@RobbieStacks90you don’t know ball

[@jabbatheputz8825]

Honestly, as an alabama fan, it takes the edge off to hear so many other fans speak so well of him. We've loved having him. We're sad to see him go, but i think he made the right decision.

[@kylewilliams1960]

Such a great man, what a great legacy. The Crimson Tide and Saban will be unmatched. Our generation will probably never witness something like this again. What an honor to watch this man completely rule over the sport we all love, Roll Tide and Boomer Sooner

[@10meme11]

Helmets off to you, Coach Nicholas Lou Saban Jr. (and Mrs. Terry)! You owe Bama Nation nothing more....a fine coach and an even more outstanding human both on and off the field. You're beloved by this 28 yr. Crimson Tide fan and my family ❤ Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! Best wishes, and God bless you both!🙏🏾 #G.O.A.T. Rollllllllll Tiiiiiiide 🐘 ❤️ 🏈

[@Possum347]

Congrats on retirement! I really appreciate his honesty and all that you have done for the Alabama Crimson Tide!

[@edwardjohnson759]

Coach G-O-A-T thank you for the unmeasurable amount of joy, memories, resources, and opportunities you have provided for millions of Tide Fans and the University of Alabama. Prayers, Health, and Happiness to you and Ms.Terry. ROLL TIDE ROLL ❤️🙌🏾🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🐘🌊

[@dc11truckfd]

I remember the years of heartache before Nick Saban, and I remember well the day that plane landed. Thank you, Coach Saban, for always setting the bar that much higher for ALL of college sports. We were truly blessed to witness football history with you at the helm. ROLL 🐘 TIDE

[@EricLewis-t2f]

"You can have a record or you can have a legacy. A legacy is based on how you do things, how you make other people successful." Coach, you did things the right way. Thank you for the legacy that you have built!

[@MrsBShows]

The intelligence of this man for not only the game of football but also for life lessons for anyone that he talks to is just amazing. ❤🙏

[@Himothy704]

Facts

[@johnlee7085]

Never realized his relational skills.

[@Greg-cs8ky]

Thank you Coach. Excellent interview. I watched and concluded “the man is actually greater than the myth.” What a legacy.

LSU fan here. When Lombardi, Wooden and Bryant retired, there wasn’t the feeling that an era was over, but today I think there is. If there were anyone in sports capable of doing what Coach Saban has done, they’d be doing it. There is no one, and he’s leaving on top. I wish we could have beaten Alabama more often, but sometimes you just have to tip your hat to the other guy. We’ll always remember how he changed the trajectory of football in Baton Rouge, and I hope he’s around for a long time to come. He’s a true leader. Thanks, Coach.

[@carrollbridges6427]

Nick is a great Guy and a awesome icon for College Football and has left a legacy for every College Coach to live by. Congratulations Coach may ur future be as bright as ur Past. Thank u for all the Memories and words u have given us over the last 30 yrs

[@accountableOne1]

I absolutely love the Saban family!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing your lives, wisdom, and love with us. Bama fans have been extremely blessed to have you all in our lives!!!! ROLL TIDE FOR LIFE!!!!

[@melissafritts8648]

Georgia fan here congratulations Nick you meant more to college football than you'll ever know

[@ThunderPants13]

I grew up as a Nebraska fan and graduated from the University of Michigan, so as both a Husker and Wolverine fan I want say congratulations to Coach Saban on an unprecedented career. You set the bar really high for everyone else to reach for, and that has raised the game in general. You are a helluva coach and I hope you enjoy your retirement.

[@buckmagnum300]

THANKS FROM A DIE HARD BAMA FAN!!👍

[@noshooz21044]

I, too, grew up as a rabid Cornhusker fan, reveled in the Osborne years. I married an Alabama grad and "adopted" the Tide as my favorite team as I watched the Huskers fall into the abyss.

[@ThunderPants13]

@@noshooz21044 I think Matt Rhule has things headed in the right direction for Big Red.

[@Zack_237]

Nick Saban was the villain to 99% of the college football community but god was he a good one! He made every game good, every team had a personality, and every championship was well deserved. Such an amazing coach, mentor, and competitor. His legacy will never be met but will always be appreciated. I just hope we have the opportunity to keep seeing this man talk! Have a good retirement!

[@janwilliams4282]

I’m a BIG Buckeye fan. But this interview is an example of why this man is so good at his job. Enjoy the rest of your life Coach. You deserve it.

[@markfritz9651]

From A Michigan Alum and die hard fan, on a personal level I respect this man. The way he is focused on the players and what’s best for the players and never takes all the credit but expresses how credit is shared with everyone involved to build the Alabama dynasty. He is and will always be a legend. GO BLUE

[@eugenekillian8807]

I know what the legacy will be. This guy was the greatest football coach of all time. And that’s coming from a Michigan fan/alum. Godspeed coach.

[@guppy90rl81]

I love how nick saban talks. Seems like an awesome dude to play for

[@markbrian7179]

I became an Alabama fan in 1977. My mom, who never watched college football before (only the NFL), started watching the games with me when Saban became coach. In a few years, she became as much as a rabid fan as I had become. When she heard the news that Saban announced his retirement she said "my heart is broken."

[@mas5867]

What adult man calls his mother, mom when referring to her with others?

[@scratchpenny]

@@mas5867 I do, and a ton of people I know do. We are ordinary people. You can go away with your snobbiness. It's totally unnecessary and says a lot about you.

[@mas5867]

@@scratchpenny You sound all girl like. I asked, "what man?"

[@wshow11]

@@mas5867I did also!

[@mitchellmcminn4928]

I’m a die hard Michigan fan but man this guy truly is a great coach, seems to be a great man that takes pride in exploiting others around him to be better. I like his style and philosophy and responses. I’d be happy and proud to have him as a couch and/or leader of any kind. It’s bittersweet cs he really has been the gold standard of college football but he’s looking after his health and you can’t oppose that, we’re all human we have to respect our bodies and mind. Cheers to Saban and the Alabama program.

[@nicholasporter4682]

17 years of greatness. It's been truly amazing as a fan of the Tide. We're gunna look back on this Era one day an truly understand how fortunate we have been.

[@user-rk5cz6kv2q]

Thank you Coach Saban for all you gave the Bama nation. Your contributions went far beyond the football field. You provided life lessons that were far reaching to thousands! Best news from this video was your decision was not based on health reasons. Congratulations to you and Ms. Terry! God Bless!

[@jamescollins680]

Bama fan my whole life. Its been a incredible ride for the past 17 years! Thank you coach saban for everything. Enjoy your retirement and spending time with your family!!! 🐐

[@xbabycakesssx]

Georgia fan here. Nothing but respect for coach saban. Great coach! Hope he enjoys his retirement!!

[@KidLatin27]

Yeah it's been a great 17 and it's been awesome but it's time to move on.

[@thejacobbunn]

Seeing all of the respect from teams and fans all across the nation for what Saban did at Alabama is awesome. We may hate each other during the games but I love seeing true college football fans coming together. - From a ducks fan

[@poopsiclemcgee1134]

Lifelong Arkansas Razorbacks Fan, thank you coach, even though we were never able to get the best of you... THANK YOU! I'll never forget the 2010 Arkansas Alabama game in Fayetteville. What a comeback and interception against Ryan Mallett! I'll never forget you visiting with Frank Ragnow after losing his father. You're the College Football HC GOAT in my book! Wish you nothing but the best.

[@kyzerbatiste2645]

Nick Saban is the epitome of excellence 💪🏿⚡🏆

[@matthewfuller4635]

The GOAT! Will always appreciate your grind and hardworking Saban. Wish you the absolute best in retirement. You don’t owe any of us Bama fans anything. We love you!

[@TexasRox]

Please ,,, no more The Goat references on anything. Enuf!

[@Cowboyart67]

This interview brought tears to my eyes and heart wrenching feeling it will very very hard not seeing you coach on the sidelines. ❤

[@PVC-ic7jp]

TN fan here & it’s a shame but well deserved. Hes truly the GOAT & love his philosophy & life lessons. Thank you for what you done for College Football Coach Saban.

[@vthokie4lyfe]

Alabama was so fortunate to have this man as their coach literally the greatest of all time!!

[@lisactedford]

♥️ Thank you, Coach Saban! You’re a National Treasure. Bama Nation has been truly blessed since you arrived in 2007. Roll Tide! 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@ziff_1]

It was a dream run that no one would have dared to predict. I am so happy to have experienced these past 17 years with CNS at the helm. Greatest dynasty in CFB history.

[@wesleybaker9724]

He won by having DOMINATE TALENT, without that he's just another coach and the stats prove it the last few years!

[@henrylee8510]

Thank you. You make me blush.

[@southernflavamaker]

​@@wesleybaker9724thats how the game goes isn't it? I guess you can take medicore to the promise land...deion tried. Mfers say anything unless its something or someone they love...

[@ChristopherX30]

​@@wesleybaker9724Would you say the same about Kirby??

[@TyMiller-y8z]

My favorite part of Alabama games was seeing coach run on the field with his team. There will never be anything like that again. Thank you Nick Saban. Roll Tide!

[@KingFamilyReacts]

Love this man!!! Thank you so much Coach for all the years and all of the memories. Greatest Of All Time

[@zrated]

As a lifelong Mississippi State fan, I absolutely admire Nick Saban and all he did, not only for the University of Alabama, but the State of Alabama as well. Truly the epitome of class.

[@kathleenbergeron1292]

A really quality interview. Imagine the pressure for a journalist to interview arguably the greatest football coach of all time. Probing questions but nothing violating private matters. And, incidentally, did you see Rece Davis look at any notes during the entire interview? He honors Mr. Saban with this interview.

[@rolltidehero]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🏈 *Nick Saban's Retirement Decision* - Nick Saban decided to retire due to the grind of the season and concerns about sustaining his coaching commitment. - No illness was a factor, but it was about his ability to handle the mental grind as he got older. - He emphasized the importance of making long-term commitments to people. 07:00 🤝 *Emotional Farewell to Players* - Nick Saban found it difficult to say goodbye to the players he had coached and built relationships with. - He encouraged the players to continue to give their best and play for each other. - Highlighted the importance of being part of a team and its impact on his life. 11:00 🏟️ *College Football's Future* - Nick Saban expressed his dedication to improving college football and making it better for players and coaches. - He emphasized the need for parity and competitive balance among all schools. - Mentioned the importance of preserving opportunities for various sports in collegiate athletics. 16:00 📺 *Future Endeavors and Legacy* - Nick Saban discussed his plans for the future, including staying active and contributing to various causes. - He highlighted the importance of helping others and leaving a positive legacy. - Mentioned the challenges and satisfaction he anticipates in his post-coaching career. 21:00 🏈 *The Future of Coaching Icons* - Nick Saban reflected on the rarity of sustaining success as a coach over a long period. - Acknowledged the difficulty of maintaining success and the tendency of people to react better to failure. - Discussed the future of long-term coaching icons in the world of sports. 21:54 🏔️ *Reflecting on sustained success and challenges,* - Success leads to being the target, where everyone aims to beat you. - The importance of having people who strive to be the best, not just prove something. - Nick Saban's approach to constantly looking at the next challenge and maintaining a high standard of excellence. 24:50 🙏 *Gratitude and appreciation for contributions,* - Acknowledgment of the contributions of many people to the success. - Reflecting on the appreciation for what has been achieved in College athletics. - The humility of Nick Saban in recognizing the collective effort behind the achievements. Made with HARPA AI

[@mas5867]

AI rocks. Thanks.

[@rollingfinn2044]

​@@mas5867Saban GOAT

[@valeriejones3808]

Awesome🎉

[@eers2you]

Proud that a kid from West Virginia was able to make such an impact on college athletics. Congrats coach.

[@dfluk3]

As a Georgia fan, Coach Saban leaving has saddened me. I will miss seeing a legend in action. Cheers to the goat!

[@joelirizarry4517]

This man retires and takes a whole era…an era of class,consistency and dominance with him!The SEC and college football will not be the same without this man and that team!

[@JamesRazorbacks]

Arkansas fan here even tho I didn’t like bama and hated playing them but I give respect where it’s due, Nick Saban is the Goat and an even better caring person. Glad as a fan we don’t have to play against ya but sad to see you go!!

[@Phillip-yy4fr]

Coming from a Georgia fan, he is a class act and will be missed.