Lane Kiffin Reflects on Saban's Legacy and Future

Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss head coach and former Alabama offensive coordinator, praised Nick Saban as the greatest college football coach ever, citing his success under modern scholarship rules and frequent staff changes. On Theo Von's 'This Past Weekend' podcast, Kiffin reflected on his early friction with Saban and how Saban's strict, process-driven style shaped his coaching philosophy. Kiffin recalled being fired by Saban before the 2017 College Football Playoff Championship, but expressed ongoing respect for Saban's leadership. Saban's relentless standards, especially after victories, left a lasting impact on Kiffin and the broader football community. Saban recently retired from Alabama, prompting a major shakeup in college football, and now works as an ESPN College GameDay analyst. Kiffin suggested he wouldn’t be surprised if Saban eventually returns to coaching, potentially at the NFL level, given his enduring passion and energy.