re: The best thing about Saban retiring

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That has absolutely nothing to do with it. We will still have to compete for in state recruits. McKinley is a prime example. But Saban had his pick most of the time. And when he really wanted a kid from LA, most of the time he got him. The point is, that’s over with. He saw it this year with how Kelly recruited the state so well.

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WHAT? So Saban had his pick of LA talent because he out competed us for the talent but that had nothing to do with us not being competitive? Can't have it both ways. I made the statement that in general we couldn't compete, as others couldn't either - he won 6 natty's after all. I only stated that in a competitive world the path to excellence is to be the best and that doesn't mean eliminated those better but in elevating our performance.