REPORT: Nick Saban "Interested" in West Virginia After Neal Brown Fired, New Football Hire Possible?

[@davidkacinec7620]

Saban was a defensive back coach at WVU 1978-1979

[@scottmcbride2237]

Saban doesn't want to come back to coaching. But he has said that he is in helping in some form to help the team. Period..

[@Hazel.Eyed.Gemini]

This is the same 💩 that Deion Sanders goes through.

[@yslcologneconnoisseur7473]

Stop it! Nick Saban didn’t walk away from his dynasty at Alabama to go coach West Virginia. 😂😂

[@terryhoagland6009]

Who's started this bull crap?

[@Randy-j8q]

That's his home

[@yslcologneconnoisseur7473]

@ He purchased a home for $17M in Florida last year.. he is not going back to West Virginia man, give it up. 😂😂😂

[@SloMo74]

Its just ridiculous

[@davidframe1613]

Nick Saban once said he remembers watching Jerry West play as a kid with his legs dangling over the edge of the stadium in Morgantown. Mountaineer pride goes deep with Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher. Remember growing up as kids in West Virginia we only have the Mountaineers.

[@jessefarnlof8367]

Having both Deion Sanders and Nick Saban in the Big 12 would be glorious. Suck it SEC!

[@nickbowling8506]

It's pathetic to watch all the saban haters now grovel and drool over him "possibly" coaching their team. Stop it. You look silly.

[@johngolden4468]

It's hard to never say never, but, I would really have a hard time believing that Saban would want to go back to rebuilding any team from the ground up to the highest level. Saban has paid his dues, dine it all and has a good tv gig that I am sure accomidates his every need. I also know that Coach Saban is a WV native and was a DC there in the late 70's. I guess we'll see but I wouldn't hold my breath.

[@eerslink5498]

I don't see Nick ever coaching again at West Virginia. I do however, see him being directly involved in some advisory capacity with the program going forward. The Game Day gig is far too good to give up and just get right back into this era of CFB that he didn't enjoy. Another thing that many people overlook is that the man is 73 years old. I don't think he'd enjoy being on the field on a 20 degree night with a swirling -10 windchill. It's a nice dream but in the end, it's only that; a dream.

[@nickbowling8506]

He already has an "advisory" role at Bama. Has an office just down from debo. It pisses me off that all these haters of Saban are now wishing he would coach their teams. This is like the 10th different school this rumor has come about. STOP... That man didn't leave the dynasty he built just to start over.

[@eerslink5498]

@@nickbowling8506 Wow! You really told me buddy. lmao Do you have any idea how many different charities and advisory committee's Nick sits on? Here's a hint: It's far more than just his advisory role at Bama. I know that you probably missed it in all your blind rage, but my comment actually was dispelling the idea that Nick would go back to his home state's university as a coach but instead, has shown a willingness and even an eagerness to be involved back home (he's stated his loyalty to his home state and it's flagship university multiple times, not only in several interviews but also on ESPN's Game Day).

[@nickbowling8506]

@eerslink5498 Calm down Sally. I wasn't even attempting to "tell you, buddy." I'm just stating a simple fact about the question at hand. We can go into all the other stuff saban does another time. Don't get emotional. The fact you mention some of the irons he has in fires kinda proves my point. Why would he want to take on more when he's said he's happy to have the time for his family. Everybody hated the man until now that you think he can do something for you. It is really the only point I'm making, so there is no need to get your feelings all hurt.

[@russellsnyder4437]

Nick got tired of recruiting,nil,and the transfer portal. Why on earth would he want to dive back into the cesspool that is P4 football?

[@satackett]

I knew there was a reason I liked you so much. I think maybe Wren Baker needs to have you call Nick Saban and give the pitch to get him as the next head coach at WVU.

[@terryhoagland6009]

I believe Jimbo Fisher would go to W.V.before Saban.

[@boblauer4512]

Great show!

[@bobbycox9541]

Dream on. Nick Saban wants NOTHING to do with the train wreck in NCAA Football w/ conference realignment. NIL and the transfer portal.

[@deesee2051]

If that were true he would have retired the 1st season of NIL

[@MrBlpete]

No chance on Saban. I can see Jimbo being interested

[@jebbthetrainkid1281]

I can handle Nick Saban 100 percent. If he doesn't want the Job then Jimbo.

[@rextrammell7840]

Saban is not going to WVU. He’s chilling right now & making double digit millions of dollars. The man is older in age & probably enjoying the beach, lake & grandkids.

[@zakkristan2361]

I see it as highly unlikely he coaches in any capacity. However, they cut him a check to put him on the hiring committee? Very probable. No denying his respect/ties to the program and his relations with Wren baker. It’s zero risk for him, he gets paid, helps us pick a good coach, everybody wins

[@garyharper8003]

Im born and raised in WV no way on earth is Saban coming here lmao

[@paulgee8113]

He came to Clay County Wva where I went to high school - elementary - hr high . After the Flood of the Century . Him and jimbo came home and help get my high school football program going again. Donated Truck load after Truck load of sports equipment . Got our sports program up and running 🏃‍♀️ again. Nick Saban is a ROCK STAR back home / along with Laker Legend Jerry West / Jimbo FISHER- RICH ROD

[@terryhoagland6009]

I am and Alabama fan I root for W.V. also but I don't believe Saban is going to W.V. he didn't leave Ala. because he wanted to he quit because of the pay to play and this portal crap.

[@michaelbennett4728]

That's was awesome. Only to have Clint Jones stink em up, lol. Sorry, saw that you mentioned Clay county, knew the guy.

[@kyloBrave]

If this comes true.... colorado vx. West virginia games would be super LIT!

[@chrxs1k]

If this happens. Easily game of the year

[@Randy-j8q]

Colorado hasn't been relevant for years lol. Baylor is the hottest and best team in big 12 right now. And az state. We gonna be favored to win big 12 next year. We will have best QB and RB. Go Bears!!

[@mickeyellison7929]

You are right about everything around Saban, EXCEPT one thing. 6-6 three years in a row would NOT go over well. I think you underestimate how much WVU fans want to win, and win big! The expectation would DEFINITELY be to win us a national championhsip.

[@BrandonMoore-uh5ww]

The state of WV is desperate to be relevant again in football , Can Wren Baker make another great hire?

[@terryhoagland6009]

It's up to Mrs Terry whether Coach Saben goes to W.V.

[@georgeedwards5468]

Look saban is retired let him enjoy it. He’s a wealth of knowledge and knows a lot of talent and recruiting grounds take his help an be happy

[@JakeT304]

And*

[@mindaxiom3651]

I'm a BYU fan, but it would be amazing for the conference as a whole! That'd be one heck of an Aflac commercial for the BIG XII! Lol It could be a pipe dream, but this needs to happen for this conference!!!

[@itsnotokgolf]

Let's just keep in mind.... Nick Saban at WVU is a lock in the CFP ....... ask me one way the most legendary coach ever could become even more legendary.......

[@averagecitizen8491]

Maybe not in his 1st year but by year 2 yes it would be

[@Lannymo]

Can totally see him being an advisor to the coach search or a coaches liaison to an extent. Why not reach out for his help in some sort.

[@BigDaddyDoc93]

Just the fact that there's less pressure at West Virginia is the reason they aren't successful already and hiring Saban may improve their standing but won't get them top tier that comes from the base and why he was so much more successful at Alabama than he was at LSU

[@cliffakers2499]

I like your show but WV fans do expect to compete at high level and compete for league and a national championship someday. 6 & 6 does not cut it. I have been fan for 45 years. I love Nick Saban and what he represents in competition. Having said that, 3 years of 4 & 8 and fans would be screaming . Having said that, PLease com home Nick, we like our chances of not going 4 & 8. Lol

[@georgeedwards5468]

this damn portal and nil money has RUINED the nastalgia of college football just like Lou Holtz said it would

[@Bamamike223]

No it hasn't ! It has definitely changed the game..but you can't tell me that you watched this past weekend and feel like the "Nostalgia" was not present.

[@georgeedwards5468]

@ it’s not just ask saban he’ll tell ya it sux

[@Bamamike223]

@georgeedwards5468 I never said it didn't suck. Just said it hast taken away all of the Nostalgia

[@georgeedwards5468]

@ these kids are spoiled today and first time they don’t get their way gone to the portal! Where’s the sense of team and commitment and the glory of getting freshmen and working and molding them ?

[@brucewinkler7041]

Eventually Universities and Colleges with the biggest Athletic Budgets will have the best teams every year

[@chrisbaker8944]

Hypothetically if he does decide to go there and coach eventually it wouldn't be hard to recruit it's Nick Saben and he'd get the players to dominate that conference in one year

[@llllll-ux2lz]

Probably not gonna happen but if it did id been a West Virginia fan soo fast. Because of him

[@nathangibson2114]

Saban retired because of NIL and unlimited transfers. The sport is ruined and he’s done.

[@alkebulanwarrior1963]

God forbid if 18 year old men get to make money off of their labor. God forbid threy get to leave a job and place that is not working for them like every other 18 year old man in this country. But you have no problem with the coaches making millions and leaving whenever they want to regardless of the promises they made to those young men when they sat in their homes. But yeah unlimited transfer and NIL has ruin the sport.

[@jamesstone9213]

​@@alkebulanwarrior1963 labor? Gtfoh. They're not forced to PLAY

[@georgeedwards5468]

YOU ARE EXACTLY RIGHT I AGREE WITH MAUBE JERSEY SALES MONEY AND GEAR! The portal needs to go you transfer you lose a yr of eligibility or you sit out that yr!!!!!

[@georgeedwards5468]

@@alkebulanwarrior1963they are in college for an education first!! Give a scholarship to a kid who can’t spell football after 4 yrs with degree in basket weaving but a kid who could cure cancer one day but can’t afford it cant get in cus he can’t throw a ball sounds totally legit for higher education!!! If you wanna make money get a job or go pro out of hs

[@skylarrichter7001]

He knew he wasn’t gonna be able to keep winning so easy anymore

[@davidframe1613]

Absolutely not Jimbo Fisher is a legend in West Virginia also we have multiple Legends that coach Nick saban is just the biggest and Baker would get a pass if Jimbo doesn't do well because the fan base wants Jimbo Fisher if we can't have Nick Saban. We do not want coach rod or a lower level coach brought up we want an older proven coach that's from West Virginia preferably. Jimbo and Nick is the only two that Baker can say I gave you what you wanted so don't get mad at me. If he hires someone else and it doesn't work out with those two available especially with Jimbo wanting the job supposedly then baker will definitely be fired.

[@chicagobears654]

it doesnt matter what the fan base wants, they will pick someone thats best for the football program. When they win, the fans will follow.

[@davidframe1613]

@chicagobears654 good way to keep your job.

[@teller1290]

I just wonder how many here will be 74 next year? Trust me, that's a huge factor in his stepping down and fact that he isn't stepping up again. People who are old gave things WRONG with them that they dont talk about; having to pee, not sleeping very well, quick to fatigue, being an orthopedic risk anywhere near a field full of large people running around, memory issues, traveling on planes through airports. Most of these things won't occur to people on this forum but believe me, no matter how rich or experienced you are, it matters to us; it has to, sadly.

[@harleydeering2531]

I don't have a problem with them getting part of the money that they make the university but I believe they should have to sit a year after they transfer. Right now, as ohio state as proven, its simply a bidding war for players. At the age range these kids are, you make a lot of rash decisions based on how you feel at the time. At least I personally did. and lord knows the kids are getting dumber and more emotional as the years pass.

[@ChrisWalker-x6x]

Nick Saban really wasn't ready to retire from Alabama this year it's just what today's modern day players have become is what forced him out into an early retirement he still had it in him to continue coaching but it's just too many charges.

[@joshrich6036]

West Virginia fans what would yall do for 3 years of saban?

[@TimmyPruitt166]

Same thing Bamas fans did when they got Saban! He would bring in a diff caliber of players to the program and way more money from the donors.

[@si018]

Name it

[@MikeHawkJuices]

I'd drag my sack through 2 miles of glass then place it in a pile of salt and lemon juice for 3 years of Saban coaching WVU

[@betrayal6231]

Makes me wonder if Alabama board of trustees lowkey forced him to retire for some reason. I am a UAB fan under the same crooked board of trustees who consistently shaft UAB I wouldn’t put it past them.

[@deesee2051]

Nope he’s a 70 plus yr old man did ppl want him to die coaching maybe he just wanted to spend time with his family

[@mr.g1758]

It's a thought but I don't think so. He has a legacy to protect, and he's tired of the inmates running the asylum, which they are.

[@douglasvines2037]

Y'all are dreaming if you think coach saban is coming out of retirement

[@gregday9943]

Hes in the loop. I dont think he wants to coach anymore

[@erikkorleone3473]

The 🐐 said he's done he's retired

[@Legendary_UA]

Ms.Terry isn't going to allow this to happen. She was the main reason he walked away.

[@darylboldin4732]

As long as he not in the sec all good you have him

[@fnbsvet]

Why?

[@denniskoller5662]

I'd actually like to see Nick Saban return to coaching at WV but why would he want to go back to playing baby sitter making sure that players are going to class and staying out of trouble? I can easily see him being a television personality permanently rather than hitting that recruiting trail again.

[@jaymcclanahan353]

Doce Grande!!

[@CalvinMcBride-d2k]

Shouldnt be allowed, after a coach wins 4 nattys or whatever he did especially at bama, after that you should be forced to retire, or only allowed to coach at auburn for pay back.

[@simon2077]

Dude where have you been. Saban is from WV. They were in discussions two months ago.

[@mtphill71]

Saban is not coming to Morgantown to coach. Not happening.

[@NevermindtheRedundants]

He’s 73. The last thing he wants is that kind of stress. Nil kids thinking they’re Elvis Presley, going on the road recruiting, leaving his wife again.

[@FrogFan1346]

Saban Saban please please come to tcu

[@ShannonMiller-kc7hb]

Get out, toad!

[@Lamont47]

Great theory

[@BoomGoesTheDynamit]

Will never take the HC job there. Might help interview per sources

[@HankEpperson]

Click bait!! Saban isnt going back coaching right now...

[@troublefollows9986]

Saban left because of nil and parity. Hes not coaching without an advantage. A even playing field is not gonna work for him. 😂 when that settlement money comes its really gonna even teams out. 😂😂

[@markhalstead2386]

The loss of commits and players to the portal will make it difficult to win next year unless WVU wins the portal recruiting.

[@kyloBrave]

If Saban were to shock the world and end up taking the job at WV. I bet they'd be back in top 25 recruiting class for next season.

[@markhalstead2386]

Truth!

[@tinbinhminh1521]

BIG 12 GET 2 INS >>> ????? ARE YOU NUTS ?

[@corneliusdansbyjr6165]

I hope Saban never coaches in the Big 12 ever....!

[@JivinJoe0984]

Saban is still on the payroll at Bama

[@landiscourington4514]

Give Saban a chance to say no.

[@Jacen777]

The game at the college level has changed. Kids want to get paid above all else. It's hard to coach a kid who can jump into the portal if he doesn't like what you have to say. I don't think Nick can make that work.

[@johnshaffer2922]

Wren has already met with Nick. He will help, but doesn't want to be the coach.

[@Bardmusic66]

Ain’t a chance Drake lmao

[@foxtrotnow]

Oh come on now. Saban is no Spring chicken, he's 73 years. old. All the transfer portal/NIL stuff soured his desire to continue being the head coach for the Tide. He won't be pacing the sideline again. Plus he has a cushy job with ESPN. His legacy is already intact in college football.

[@scottgorrell3443]

Cmon man with the clickbait

[@bradboo]

Mountain Mama bring him home

[@mr.g1758]

Saban is done. He said '23 really wore him out.

[@demetrickbrown9368]

Need a coach from the Pittsburgh steeler staff to coach WV most WV nation cheer for the Steelers

[@Jaydeekay-f7f]

No jimbo or rr. Wvu needs to look forward not back

[@jaycie3558]

I’m having heart complications yall better stop!!

[@ericbaker9007]

What a misleading title for this video

[@philipbates9648]

Terry Francona came out of retirement to coach the Reds and everyone was shocked!

[@chrisjames6063]

He ain't coaching anymore, him and his wife have to many ties to the tide and the state of Alabama. The stress at his age ain't worth it again.

[@paulgee8113]

NICK SABAN 3 year deal would be INSAINE . RECRUITS in Ohio / PA/ Virginia / NC would be lined up to play for Saban 😅

[@midwestboxing4415]

Its the Big12, horrible league.

[@TimmyPruitt166]

I'm hearing he don't want to coach but is trying to get WVU in the SEC so they can make more money to pay for better players to have a shot to compete with the big boys.

[@Mike-aka747]

Clickbait 😂

[@Hillbilly-mgjwv]

Bring Rich home. Bury the hatchet.

[@Sean-fg4um]

You got that wrong it’s not about there expectations it’s his he’s a champion and expects nothing less of himself and to get there you have to work like a dog that’s why he’s done also the transfer portal took all the power away from coaches

[@heathertiller3644]

Maybe if ur realistic & understand this is the little 12 we’re talking about, which is absolutely the worst power conference, then u will see why it’s never gonna happen!

[@billyoung2051]

My God you guys and this click bait

[@davidwilliams4498]

Not gonna happen just tabloid talk though surly love to see it.

[@mbwell]

This is great news. I would love to see Saban close-out his career as a big-time loser.

[@jevonarnold7331]

Thought it was arrested

[@matthewblackwood4704]

Saban recently bought several car dealerships in Alabama ....saban IS at home in Alabama

[@Kellogg3000]

No way Saban is going to coach again.

[@timothycunningham3983]

YOUR NUMB, DREAM ON😂

[@williammeeks1283]

Nick Saban will never coach a game in morgantown in any capacity! Please stop this insanity and focus on things that are legit!

[@FEEZ2112]

Yeah nut I heard the same thing but he was going to go back to Ohio State Buckeyes!!!!!

[@Justin-ph4ty]

Players don’t listen to shit, they have the, “they need me” complex now, discipline is not a thing anymore & Saban demanded discipline. He ain’t going nowhere near CFB ever again, until they figure out how to make NIL more reasonable.

[@TheShawnm28]

This is such a grab for attention. There is no truth to this at all

[@jbrumfield6090]

No..an all wv squad would win games. Stop with that disrespect

[@unoquill2906]

Nick not come back good wishes doe

[@thepeopleschamp1776]

Nah, Saban doesn't have an advantage anymore with the NIL coming into play. He left Bama because he knew other "lesser" programs would be on equal footing. To put it short, he was a coward that ran when someone his own size showed up to the fight. He hates the portal/NIL because he doesn't have that HUGE advantage he's had for 20 years.

[@JakeT304]

Terrible take lmao

[@thepeopleschamp1776]

@@JakeT304 Keep crying.

[@BattleFlacid]

@@thepeopleschamp1776 nobody cares what you think peoples chode.

[@annalou777]

Money can change a mans mind $$$$$$$ 🤔

[@nromito226]

NEWSFLASH SABAN IS NOT GOING TO COME TO WV TO COACH

[@chrisowen3264]

Saban isn’t coming back as head coach.

[@GhettoPoliticz]

The channel cap 😂 click batters😂

[@paulgee8113]

DEI / PAYING PLAYERS / TRANSFER PORTAL HAS RUINED COLLEGE FOOTBALL

[@deesee2051]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 West Virginia wishes. This might make sense if Nick hadn’t recently bought an 17 million dollar mansion in Florida

[@crittoneida958]

Kinda clickbaitish……

[@petewade9675]

Never happen! Saban is never going back to coaching and especially West Virginia! 😂😂😂