re: Player Motivation: Miles v. Saban

I think Saban is a good technician and probably, one of the best. I also believe his people skills are not only lacking but border on abusive at times. Players can only accomplish so much motivated by fear & derision but a truly great coach can make a kid tackle an oak tree full tilt if he instills the "want to" in him and makes him believe he can do it. I think Les Miles is a "players coach"...they like him, respect him and will do what it takes to win for him.