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When it happens, the coach who replaces Nick Saban
Posted on 1/4/16 at 7:24 am
Posted on 1/4/16 at 7:24 am
Is going to live under a dark shadow that will never be replicated.
That's just a cold hard fact...Sure you inherit a stock piled program of future NFL players, but with incredible expectations where things can really only go downward.
Dabo may be the guy, but he may say nah, "I don't need to live under that scrutiny, I'm good here at Clemson being a hero, they love me here"
Who wants to follow the rumblings "He is not Nick, this sucks, how long before we get a new coach?"
All this success makes it easier to stomach knowing, that one day, they will go through a patch of seasons and coaches trying to relive the greatest dynasty of the modern era.
It's impressive... likely to win a 4th National title in 6 seasons...
that's just unbelievable when you consider the competition in today's game.
That's just a cold hard fact...Sure you inherit a stock piled program of future NFL players, but with incredible expectations where things can really only go downward.
Dabo may be the guy, but he may say nah, "I don't need to live under that scrutiny, I'm good here at Clemson being a hero, they love me here"
Who wants to follow the rumblings "He is not Nick, this sucks, how long before we get a new coach?"
All this success makes it easier to stomach knowing, that one day, they will go through a patch of seasons and coaches trying to relive the greatest dynasty of the modern era.
It's impressive... likely to win a 4th National title in 6 seasons...
that's just unbelievable when you consider the competition in today's game.
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Posted on 1/4/16 at 8:43 am to ApexTiger
Cochran
Posted on 1/4/16 at 9:04 am to ApexTiger
Steele back to Bama.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 9:11 am to ChewyDante
Dabo will jump at that job
Posted on 1/4/16 at 9:19 am to ApexTiger
like Les Miles at LSU?
Posted on 1/4/16 at 10:02 am to jb4
Whoever replaces him does not have to worry about talent for the next 4 years, Coker could probably win another title. Bama will be Bama, the thing Saban does so well is managing the program. those players fear him, that will be the challenge.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 10:04 am to nicholastiger
Coker is a senior in case you hadn't noticed
Posted on 1/4/16 at 10:48 am to ATLSUfan
Larry Coker
Posted on 1/4/16 at 10:55 am to nicholastiger
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Coker could probably win another title
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Larry Coker
Posted on 1/4/16 at 11:01 am to ApexTiger
would it be ironic if Bama then hires Jimbo Fisher?
Posted on 1/4/16 at 11:03 am to Chad504boy
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would it be ironic if Bama then hires Jimbo Fisher?
Or Chip....that's a nightmare if that happens.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 1:12 pm to LSUintheNW
Replacing the legend who already has a statue at the stadium will be the WORST job in American and certain to fail. Ask those who replaced The Bear, Spurrier, Barry Switzer, Vince Dooly, Lou Holtz at ND, etc. how things turned out? There is a NO win situation for Pruit once he takes over the reigns.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 1:19 pm to jb4
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like Les Miles at LSU?
LSU Saban was not as tough an act to follow as Bama Saban would be. He was good then, but not on the level he is now IMO.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 1:31 pm to Ellis Hugh IV
Saban was his own worst enemy here, at times. We had a revolving door of position coaches for 5 years, most of who took lateral moves or demotion just to get away. I also recall none of his MSU position guys left there to come to LSU with him. Plus, the threat of him eventually leaving for the NFL was a given, and was a weapon for others against him on the recruiting trail.
Since going to Bama, he's toned it down enough to keep a very stable and loyal staff. The guys he has there don't leave unless it's a great move up. Also, the threat of him leaving is almost non-existent now, so there is really no stopping him on the recruiting trail.
The next guy at Bama will also be walking into a much different SEC. A conference where schools like Ole Miss, State, Arkansas, and Mizzou have plenty of money for facilities and recruiting despite smaller stadiums and fanbases. The days of huge money advantages for certain teams is over. Everyone in the conference now has the opportunity to hire a big time coach and staff and get players. That makes what Saban is doing right now even more remarkable. The fact is, no one else is going to be able to sustain that. He's a once in a generation guy. You don't replace those.
Since going to Bama, he's toned it down enough to keep a very stable and loyal staff. The guys he has there don't leave unless it's a great move up. Also, the threat of him leaving is almost non-existent now, so there is really no stopping him on the recruiting trail.
The next guy at Bama will also be walking into a much different SEC. A conference where schools like Ole Miss, State, Arkansas, and Mizzou have plenty of money for facilities and recruiting despite smaller stadiums and fanbases. The days of huge money advantages for certain teams is over. Everyone in the conference now has the opportunity to hire a big time coach and staff and get players. That makes what Saban is doing right now even more remarkable. The fact is, no one else is going to be able to sustain that. He's a once in a generation guy. You don't replace those.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 1:59 pm to ApexTiger
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likely to win a 4th National title in 6 seasons...
2009-NC
2010
2011-NC
2012-NC
2013
2014
2015
7 seasons, not 6
impressive regardless though.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 3:26 pm to Chad504boy
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would it be ironic if Bama then hires Jimbo Fisher?
Apparently Nick Saban will have a huge hand in hiring his successor per BOL. His favorite all time assistants per other former assistants are Jimbo Fisher and Will Muschamp.
Lordy I hope it's the former if it comes to pass
Posted on 1/4/16 at 3:30 pm to MagillaGuerilla
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Saban will have a huge hand in hiring his successor
Depends on how/when he leaves. If he retires after a championship, absolutely. If he gives NFL another shot? Nah. He'll not have much input.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 3:50 pm to MagillaGuerilla
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His favorite all time assistants per other former assistants are Jimbo Fisher and Will Muschamp.
I think we all know his favorite all time assistant is Bobby Williams.
Posted on 1/4/16 at 4:35 pm to MagillaGuerilla
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Apparently Nick Saban will have a huge hand in hiring his successor per BOL
If Nick takes an NFL job, he's not going to have time to recruit his successor. That being said, keep in mind that he thought Houston Nutt would be a good replacement for him when he left LSU
Posted on 1/4/16 at 4:41 pm to Geauxst Writer
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Replacing the legend who already has a statue at the stadium will be the WORST job in American and certain to fail.
I'm sure there's a garbage man making $8 an hour that might disagree with getting paid millions to coach football at any school being the "worst job in America".
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