Kalen DeBoer to Replace Nick Saban as Head Coach at Alabama, Confirms NBC New York

Kalen DeBoer, the former head coach of Washington, has been hired to replace Nick Saban as the head coach of the Alabama football team. DeBoer expressed his respect for Alabama’s commitment to excellence and their rich history, calling it an honor to follow in Saban’s footsteps. He led Washington to its first College Football Playoff berth and guided the team to the CFP National Championship. Despite Washington’s efforts to keep him, DeBoer chose to accept Alabama’s offer, which marks a significant increase in his salary. With previous coaching experience at various universities, DeBoer is lauded for his proven success as a head coach and his care for his players. The decision to hire DeBoer was made after top targets, such as Oregon’s Dan Lanning and Florida State’s Mike Norvell, withdrew themselves from consideration. This move follows Saban’s final game as the head coach, in which Alabama lost to Michigan in the Rose Bowl. Alabama’s director of athletics, Greg Byrne, expressed confidence in DeBoer’s abilities and character, likening him to Saban in terms of his care for the players. Alabama fans will now look forward to a new era under DeBoer’s leadership.

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