Who is Saban's replacement?

[TexasBama]

It won't happen, but the guy I'd like to see played at Alabama - Demeco Ryans.

 

[squib]

Who in their right mind would even want to be the guy who steps into Nick Saban's shoes?

Anyone that wants to take over a team poised to win a national championship. Just like Miles, Saban is going to make the next guy famous--and make him a lot of money.

 

[bamacon]

Well, he can't and neither can I. But they are beyond what most on here could imagine. He has an underlying problem which has to be solved. If they pick him, I'll back him, of course, but as I posted, it would be a real gamble. Byrne had to handle a lot of the problems...

Yup. Those who know half of the stuff have trouble finding a way. I wont say never but there is a reason why Lanning is being mentioned first…

 

[CrimsonEyeshade]

It won't happen, but the guy I'd like to see played at Alabama - Demeco Ryans.

Inspired choice.

 

[Power Eye]

In my opinion, the perception that nobody wants to be the guy that replaces a legend is very over blown. Sure, when Coach Bryant retired and Perkins was brought in, that was a tall task, but it had to be a Bryant guy so the pool was small. In today's game, you aren't bringing in the best Alabama guy you can find, you're bringing in the best college football coach you can find. It might just so happen that the best we can get probably has Saban ties.

Dennis Erickson replaced Jimmy Johnson who replaced Schnellenberger. Day replaced Myer who replaced Tressel. Not that any of those guys are Saban, but success can be maintained. When Bowden and Paterno finally stepped down, the programs were in shambles. The closest I can compare the state of the program Saban is leaving is when Stoops stepped away from Oklahoma, and Riley was able to maintain success.

 

[B1GTide]

Anyone that wants to take over a team poised to win a national championship. Just like Miles, Saban is going to make the next guy famous--and make him a lot of money.

Depends - players could not leave back then.

 

[braggtd]

What year is it?

Read my mind. This dudes are probably both senior to Nick or close. I am certain Carrol is.

 

[CB4]

I just had someone text me that Barrett Jones stated that Dan Lanning is the next coach.

 

[cbi1972]

Read my mind. This dudes are probably both senior to Nick or close. I am certain Carrol is.

Carroll is older by a month. Belichick younger by a year.

 

[JDCrimson]

Sometimes the best time to take a job is when nobody else wants it or other people are afraid of the expectations...

Who in their right mind would even want to be the guy who steps into Nick Saban's shoes?

 

[CoolBreeze]

With the news coming out.

Who is Sabans replacement?

Kiffin will be a hot name, though I don’t think he is the appropriate answer

Dan lanning

Glenn Schumann

Kirby smart is unlikely, but I’ve heard the rumors that are probably just that

sark is unlikely

Mike Macdonald

Todd Monken

I know you have to be happy with it like the rest of college football. But we had our day I guess. Thanks Coach!

 

[CrimsonTitles]

Tried finding Lane's to add to this, but his buyout $ is apparently private

 

[Tidetwin]

Yup. Those who know half of the stuff have trouble finding a way. I wont say never but there is a reason why Lanning is being mentioned first…

Despite his coaching abilities, LK is not worth the risk, trouble or the potential embarrassment he could bring the University.

 

[mlh]

Jim Harbaugh

 

[HighlandOak]

Well, he can't and neither can I. But they are beyond what most on here could imagine. He has an underlying problem which has to be solved. If they pick him, I'll back him, of course, but as I posted, it would be a real gamble. Byrne had to handle a lot of the problems...

Yes. From what I've heard he is what you might consider not eligible for rehire. He's my favorite, though.

 

[Evil Crimson Dragon]

Who in their right mind would even want to be the guy who steps into Nick Saban's shoes?

Someone who wants to make a name for themselves and prove that they can...............ego

 

[westide]

Tried finding Lane's to add to this, but his buyout $ is apparently private
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The best is never cheap!

 

[braggtd]

This is too funny.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1745209594261967108

 

[HighlandOak]

I talked to Byrne for a few minutes last night at the SC game. He seemed a little distracted. Now I know why.

 

[Evil Crimson Dragon]

Yup. Those who know half of the stuff have trouble finding a way. I wont say never but there is a reason why Lanning is being mentioned first…

Lane has no one to blame but himself..............had he flown straight, he'd probably be announced tomorrow