Nick Saban's Daughter Denies Coaching Return Rumors

Speculation about Nick Saban returning to coaching has been firmly shut down by his daughter, Kristen Saban, who clarified on Instagram that the 73-year-old seven-time national champion is not coming back to the sidelines. The rumors ignited after former Alabama quarterback and analyst Greg McElroy mentioned hearing from a credible source that Saban might not be done coaching, sparking widespread discussion during the 2025 SEC Media Days. While some coaches like Lane Kiffin expressed belief that Saban could return, others such as Georgia's Kirby Smart dismissed the talk as unfounded, emphasizing that Saban remains passionate about football but content in retirement. Saban, who retired in January 2024 after a legendary 17-year tenure at Alabama, now serves as a prominent analyst on ESPN's College GameDay and NFL Draft coverage, maintaining involvement in the sport from the media side. Kristen Saban’s posts made it clear that any speculation about a comeback is misplaced, underscoring that Saban has "had his time" and is firmly retired. His successor at Alabama, Kalen DeBoer, praised Saban’s ongoing contributions to football off the field, highlighting his continued passion for growing the game.