Feb 14, 2012 - Nicholas Saban Photos Photos - Head coach Nick Saban of the Alabama Crimson Tide celebrates with his son Nicholas after beating the Georgia Bulldogs in overtime to win the CFP National Championship presented by AT&T at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 8, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. [291] The victory marked Alabama's 16th national title and fourth in seven seasons. [393] It was the twelfth year in a row Alabama was ranked at the top spot at some point during a season. He's concerned the national championship game takes away from his recruiting time. ', "Saban statue to be dedicated during Tide's 2010 season at a date to be determined", "Alabama displays 9-foot statue of coach Saban", "Alabama No. [278] The Tide picked up a conference win dominating #8 Georgia, 3810. In a back and forth game, the Aggies kicked a last second 28-yard field goal to upset the Tide 4138. The deal runs through the 2028 season. Title. [405] They were selected to face Jim Harbaugh and #14 Michigan in the Citrus Bowl. [449][450][451] The next week, Alabama bounced back defeating Mississippi State 499. 1, Notre Dame climbs and Clemson falls", "Alabama Reclaims No. [254] Following a bye week Alabama was voted No. 5 Alabama began Saban's third year by defeating the No. [271], In his ninth season, Saban and Alabama began the year ranked No. Nicholas Lou Saban Jr was born on October 31, 1951, and is the current head football coach at the University of Alabama. 1 Florida 32-13", "2009 Alabama Crimson Tide Schedule and Results", "Alabama beats Texas 37-21 for national championship", "UA's Nick Saban: 'This is not the end. Nick Saban married his wife Terry in 1971. [226], As the 2013 campaign began, Saban's Crimson Tide was ranked No. [409][410] In the season opener, Alabama went on the road and defeated Missouri 3819. [464][465] On December 11, Bryce Young became Sabans fourth Heisman Trophy winner. It was Alabama's first victory over Auburn since the 2001 season. [58][59] In 2000, the Tigers went 84 and won the Peach Bowl over Georgia Tech. [293] The Tide finished the season at 141. [284] Next, Alabama defeated FCS opponent Charleston Southern, 566, to secure Saban's eighth consecutive 10-win season. [75] They were ranked No. Alabama accepted an invitation to play in its third straight BCS bowl game and fifth in Saban's seven seasons at Alabama. [79] At the end of the 2004 season, Saban left LSU to coach the Miami Dolphins. [50][51], Saban led the 1999 Spartans to a 92 season that included wins over Notre Dame, Michigan, Ohio State, and Penn State. 4 Georgia", "Hurts rallies Alabama past Georgia in SEC Championship, 35-28", "Alabama, Clemson, ND, OU reach College Football Playoff", "Orange Bowl expanded scoring summary: Alabama Crimson Tide 45, Oklahoma Sooners 34", "HIGHLIGHTS: Tide wins first Orange Bowl in 52 years", "The lingering memory from Clemson 44, Alabama 16", "Clemson routs Alabama 44-16; Tigers win the CFP National Championship", "Clemson routs Alabama in national championship game", "Alabama ranked No. [455] On Senior day, Alabama won another close game over #21 Arkansas 4235. There will also be a contract completion benefit of . Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images. After the loss to Florida, LSU did not lose again in the regular season and ended its regular season with a win over the Arkansas Razorbacks to win the SEC West. [488] The next week, Alabama shutout Austin Peay 34-0. [349] The win secured Saban his third consecutive appearance in the College Football Playoff Championship Game. [445] The next week, Alabama defeated Southern Miss 6314. [510] Saban not only speaks with NFL players, but former athletes that have moved on past football, such as Eryk Anders, linebacker turned pro fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. [517] Saban worked with Belichick's father, Steve, while on the staff together at Navy in 1982.[518]. [243] Alabama finished the regular season 111 for the third consecutive year. [216][217] It was Alabama's fourth shutout of the season (second time back-to-back) and second year in a row the Tide finish the regular season 111. [322] The loss snapped Alabama's 26-game winning streak and was Saban's first loss in a title game. According to a report from AL.com, . Following a bye week, Alabama traveled to College Station, TX and defeated #24 Texas A&M 4728. 1 under Saban. Grimes filed a lawsuit demanding monetary damages from . [342] On Senior Day, Alabama dominated FCS opponent Mercer 560. It is the second biggest margin of victory in the rivalry's history and first shutout since 2008. Saban has admitted that Amelie has softened him a bit,. [264] In the Iron Bowl, Alabama avenged their only regular season loss of last season defeating their in-state rival #15 Auburn 5544, the most points scored in the rivalry's history. Not nearly conclusive. Nick Saban waves his wand, and suddenly, everything is OK. "Wart removal" is how one former SEC staffer referred to it. [383] Saban fell to 22 in CFP championship games. [145] Terrence Cody blocked Tennessee's game-winning field goal attempt with four seconds left, sealing the victory and improving the team's record to 80. 1 Alabama in 40-7 loss", "No. Here's what you need to know about the family: 1. [261][262] Alabama defeated FCS opponent Western Carolina 4814. [233] Alabama went on the road and defeated Kentucky 487. 1 seed and played the No. [321] Alabama failed to recover Clemson's onside kick and time ran out. [140] In its fifth game of the year, Alabama beat Kentucky, 3820. [73], LSU finished the 2004 season 93, after losing to the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Capital One Bowl 3025 on a final play touchdown pass. [373] The Tide defeated FCS opponent The Citadel 5017. 1 Alabama to 2420 come-from-behind victory over No. The Dolphins were considering quarterback Drew Brees, who had just been released from the San Diego Chargers due to a career-threatening shoulder injury and subsequent contract dispute, but instead traded for Daunte Culpepper, who was still recovering from a knee injury from the previous season. [275] In their home opener, the Tide defeated Middle Tennessee, 3710. He was born on October 31, 1951, as Nicholas Lou Saban Jr. in Fairmont, West Virginia. [184][185] Alabama recorded its first shutout of the season by defeating North Texas 410. [385], To start Saban's thirteenth season, Alabama began the year ranked #2 in the AP and coaches poll. The Sabans, who met for the first time at a science camp in the seventh grade, married in 1971. 3 Alabama, No. Being born on 31 October 1951, Nick Saban is 71 years old as of today's date 3rd March 2023. [316] This was Alabama's third straight conference championship, the first time it had won three straight SEC titles since 19771979, and its first three-peat since the SEC Championship Game was added in 1992. James Nickolas Setas was born at 8:18 AM on Monday, April 27, 2020 weighing 9 lbs, 12 ounces to Adam and Kristen Saban Setas. 3 Alabama powers past Georgia Southern, 45-21", "Alabama defeats Auburn, on target for BCS berth", "RIVALRY REWIND: Alabama gets revenge over LSU in national championship game", "Crimson Tide Wins 14th National Championship, 21-0, Over LSU", "College football coaches with most national titles", "Alabama, defending national champions, destroys Michigan 41-14 in season opener", "How Michigan and Alabama fared in their previous four meetings", "Western Kentucky at Alabama Box Score, September 8, 2012", "Flood of futility: Erring, Wilson-less Hogs take worst campus loss in 93 years", "FAU dominated by No. [57], In November 1999, LSU named Nick Saban as their 31st head football coach. [333] The following week, Alabama manhandled Ole Miss 663, the most points in a game since 1979. [438][439][440] Its the sixth time Alabama has started the season No. [482] In the following game, the Tide defeated Texas A&M 2420, avenging last seasons only regular season loss. The deal pays Saban a $7.125 . Nick and Terry Saban. [515] After Saban finished his degree at Kent State in 1972, James convinced him to join the Kent State coaching staff as a graduate assistant. 4 seed Ohio State in the Sugar Bowl, losing 4235. 1 in the preseason Amway Coaches Poll", "Bama's been ranked No. 3 seed, will face Alabama in College Football Playoff", "Henry's Heisman win is breakthrough for RBs", "Alabama 38, MSU 0: Spartans thrashed in CFP semifinal", "LOOK: Alabama players receive championship rings", "Alabama outlasts Clemson for Nick Saban's fifth national championship", "2015 Alabama Crimson Tide Schedule and Results", "Alabama Ranked No. You must admit, you don't see that every day. [107] On September 1, 2007, his Crimson Tide opened the season with a 526 win over the Western Carolina Catamounts, scoring more points than during any game in the 2006 season. [287] Alabama for the second straight year was selected to the College Football Playoff and represented as the #2 seed. [n 1], In 2013, Saban was inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. Nick Saban was somehow surviving in 2020 without having access to the internet. Saban was born on october 31, 1951, in fairmont, west virginia. [313] Alabama finished its regular season 120 for the third time in Saban's career at Alabama and first since 2009. [279] Alabama defeated Arkansas 2714 for its ninth consecutive win in the series. Education He was educated at Monongah High School. 1 in AP Top 25", "Alabama is No. [188] The following week at homecoming, Alabama shut out Vanderbilt, defeating them 340. Sarkisian had . Personal Life: Affair, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids Nick Saban married on 18th December in the year 1971 in which he married Terry Constable from West Virginia. 1 team in both the AP and Coaches Poll. Saban will make $9.8 million in base salary this year. [501] Upon the death of Lou Saban, his widow Joyce Saban said the two men might have been second cousins,[502] but their families say they are not related. 1 in the APpoll for the second straight year. 9 ranked Clemson Tigers in the Chick-fil-A College Kickoff in the Georgia Dome. [39] Saban later said these four years were the "worst of my life". [304] In their second straight game versus a top-10 opponent, Alabama defeated #6 Texas A&M 3314. [239] The win gave Alabama its sixth straight ten-win season, the longest in school history. [366] After the bye week, Alabama traveled to Baton Rouge to take on #4 LSU in a matchup between two top-four ranked teams. [346] On December 3, Alabama was selected to the College Football Playoff for the fourth consecutive year, becoming the first team to be selected for the playoffs after finishing second in the SEC Western division and not having a chance to play for an SEC Championship. [78] Other losses that season were on the road at Auburn 109, and a loss on the road to Georgia 4516. After the victory over Ohio State in the 2021 College . [302] The next week Saban picked up his 10th consecutive victory over Arkansas, winning 4930. Saban played defensive back for Kent State under coach Don James. 18 Mississippi State on Jalen Hurts' heroics", "Alabama at Mississippi State by the numbers", "Mercer at Alabama Box Score, November 18, 2017", "Alabama Senior Class Has Tied Wins Record", "No. 1 Alabama's 19-game winning streak ends on the road at Texas A&M", "What is the Alabama vs. Texas A&M football series record? [423] The win secured Alabama the SEC West division title, its 15th overall and Sabans 13th as a coach. [337] In the annual Third Saturday in October, the Tide defeated Tennessee 457. [169] The following week Alabama lost to #19 South Carolina 3521, snapping a 19-game win streak. [422] The next week, Saban was back on the sideline, as Alabama routed LSU 5517. [315] The win gave Alabama its 26th SEC title, 5th for Saban at Alabama and 7th overall for his career. Saban was born on October 31, 1951, in Fairmont, West Virginia. [156][157] At the on-campus celebration, Saban famously stated "I want everybody here to know, this is not the end. [433] In the 2021 College Football Playoff National Championship, Alabama defeated #3 Ohio State 5224 to win its 18th National Championship. [496] St. Francis' Parish priest, Father Gerald Holloway, served as a chaplain for the football team before he was transferred. He grew up with a sister, Dianna, and graduated from Monongah High School[24] in the small community of Monongah, West Virginia, about 25miles (40km) southwest of Morgantown. As the head football coach for the University of Alabama, he is celebrating his 49th wedding anniversary. [473], In his 16th season, Alabama started the year ranked #1 in the preseason AP and Coaches Poll. [431] On January 5, 2021, DeVonta Smith became Sabans third Heisman Trophy winner. [323] The Tide finished the season at 141. His height is 1.68 m tall, and his weight is 67 kg. ", "Texas A&M shocks Bama, snaps 100-game streak", "Alabama at Mississippi State Box Score, October 16, 2021", "Alabama's 5224 win over Tennessee, quarter by quarter", "LSU at Alabama Box Score, November 6, 2021", "New Mexico State at Alabama Box Score, November 13, 2021", "Arkansas at Alabama Box Score, November 20, 2021", "Alabama Holds Off Arkansas, Clinches SEC West Title", "Alabama Ties Dominant Florida St. Record With 14th 10-Win Season", "No. [307] The following week Alabama defeated Mississippi State 513. Former Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly signed a record-breaking 10-year, $95 million contract this offseason to join LSU. [159] On April 16, 2011, a life-sized bronzed statue of Saban was unveiled at the 2011 A-Day spring game, making him Alabama's fifth coach to be immortalized outside the north end zone of BryantDenny Stadium. [68] However, the Tigers would rebound to win their next six straight, but after a mid-season injury to quarterback Matt Mauck, LSU lost four of its last six games to close the season, including a 2120 loss at Arkansas, which knocked the Tigers out of the SEC Championship Game. Football Coach #3. [317] Alabama made the College Football Playoff for the third consecutive year and came in as the #1 seed for the second time. Nick has come a long way as a college football coach. 1 Alabama in preseason USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll", "Another way of visualizing Alabama's historic run under Nick Saban", "AP Preseason Top 25: Alabama opens at No. [49] However, even after the upset and an early-season rout of then-highly ranked Notre Dame the Spartans finished 66, including three last-minute losses featuring turnovers, defensive lapses, and special-teams misplays, and failed to earn a bowl invitation. [352] This was Alabama's 17th National Championship and fifth title in nine seasons. Nick Saban real name is Nicholas Lou Saban Jr. [148] Following a 450 shutout of Chattanooga, on Black Friday, Alabama came from behind to defeat Gene Chizik's Auburn Tigers, 2621, marking the first time since 19731974 Alabama had finished the regular season undefeated in consecutive years, and the first consecutive 12-win seasons. [93] After starting the season 16, however, the Dolphins got hot. "[158] Following the victory over the Longhorns, the University of Alabama announced that it would unveil a statue of Saban in the week prior to the kickoff of the 2010 season. [403][404] Alabama finished the regular season at 102 and ranked thirteenth in the final College Football Playoff rankings. [124][125] It was the first time since the 1980 season that Alabama held the top spot during the regular season. Saban was rumored to be at the top of Alabama's wish list, but Saban refused to discuss the job while his NFL season was still underway. [300] The next week Saban took on his alma mater Kent State with a 480 shutout. The current age is 71 years old. Nick. [320] In a rematch of the previous season's National Championship game, Alabama fell short to #2 Clemson 3531 when the Tigers scored on a game-winning touchdown pass with one second left on the clock. 2 Alabama faced #1 Notre Dame in the first meeting between the schools since 1987, defeating the Irish 4214 in the 2013 BCS National Championship Game. [381] It was Alabama's first Orange Bowl win since 1966. 1 Alabama eases past Ole Miss, 33-14", "The history behind the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Missouri Tigers", "Tennessee Crumbles Against the Crimson Tide", "Alabama Football: Crimson Tide Makes Believers of Mississippi State, Winning 38-7", "McCarron Miracle: No. [309] With a win by Georgia over #9 Auburn, the Tide secured their third consecutive SEC West Division Championship, seventh for Saban at Alabama, and tenth overall for his career. She is now a married woman with her friend since preschool Adam Setas on 30th May 2015 and are now the parents of one son. [204] A few days later, Alabama shut out Western Kentucky 350. [56] Future NFL head coach Josh McDaniels served as a graduate assistant on Saban's 1999 coaching staff. 1 Alabama dominates with shutout of No. 1 in coaches poll", "Tagovailoa shines, No. Source: ftw.usatoday.com [193] The next week, Alabama defeated FCS 3rd ranked Georgia Southern 4521 on Senior Day. Nick Saban meets with the media after Alabama falls to Texas A&M NEW! 2 in both preseason polls for the second consecutive year. [334][335] The next week, Alabama went on the road and defeated Texas A&M 2719. Answer (1 of 2): Why does he have to be 'the black guy"???? [189] Alabama traveled to Oxford and destroyed Ole Miss 527. 10 Arkansas", "Routing Florida, Alabama Looks Like a Champion", "Alabama 23, Ole Miss 10: Defense puts Tide back on winning track", "What a difference a year makes as Alabama thumps Tennessee", "Fans play part in keeping home streak alive", "Georgia State vs Alabama Postgame Notes", "Auburn Stays Perfect With 28-27 Victory Over Alabama", "Mark Ingram runs for two touchdowns as Alabama cruises", "Tangerine Bowl (1946-1982), Citrus Bowl (1983-2001), Capital One Bowl (2002-2013), and Citrus Bowl (2014-2022)", "2010 Alabama Crimson Tide Schedule and Results", "College Football Rankings: Oklahoma Football Tops 2011 Preseason AP Poll", "WHO'S #1? 2 in preseason poll", "Alabama ranked No. "[101][102] Saban met with Alabama officials on January 1, 2007,[103] which was shortly after the Dolphins' season-ending loss to the Indianapolis Colts. [495] The Sabans attend St. Francis of Assisi University Parish in Tuscaloosa. [227][228] In the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, Alabama defeated Virginia Tech 3510 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. Saban previously served as head coach of the National Football League's Miami Dolphins and at three other universities: Louisiana State University (LSU), Michigan State University, and the University of Toledo. The wedding happened over a Christmas break, on December 18, 1971, while the two were still in college. . Nicholas Lou Saban Jr. (/ s e b n /; born October 31, 1951) is an American football coach who has been the head football coach at the University of Alabama since 2007. The win secured Saban his third BCS Championship, his second with Alabama, and the 14thNational Championship for the Alabama football team. 4 Auburn to Iron Bowl win over top-ranked Alabama", "Auburn set to face off against Missouri in SEC Championship Game", "2013 Alabama Crimson Tide Schedule and Results", "Sugar Bowl matches No. Because Kristen's exact date of birth is missing, we cannot say when she celebrates her birthday. [277] The following week Alabama bounced back with a 340 win over Louisiana Monroe. He missed the following game against #22 Auburn in the Iron Bowl, which Alabama won 4213. He came into the world on 31st October 1951. [21] Saban's career record as a college head coach is 280-691. The popular Twitter account @alabamadiehards tweeted an old ESPN video Monday of Saban telling a story about playing in high school as a 15-year-old. [133] For his efforts during the season, Saban received several Coach of the Year awards. [85], Going into the 2006 season, the Dolphins were expected to contend for a playoff spot. They were chosen as the #1 seed and played the #4 seed Cincinnati in the first meeting between the schools since 1990. 1", "Alabama Football Blanks Utah State in Season Opener, 55-0", "Texas Football: Series history with Alabama", "No. [121][122][123] Following a 350 homecoming victory over Arkansas State, the Crimson Tide rose to No. [306] The win was also Alabama's sixth in a row over LSU and the first shutout over them since the 2012 BCS National Championship Game. [263] The win secured Alabama its seventh consecutive ten-win season. [198][199] He is the only coach in college football to win three BCS Championships and the first coach since Nebraska's Tom Osborne to win three National Championships. No one knows what the 47-year-old is going to say or do next. [347] In the rematch of the previous two National Championship games, Alabama avenged the previous season's only loss, to Clemson, winning 246. Signed contract extension at Alabama through 2025. [389] In their conference opener, Alabama traveled to Columbia, SC and defeated South Carolina 4723. Alabama went on to defeat unbeaten #1 Clemson, 4540, to win the College Football Playoff National Championship. [19] He became the first coach in college football history to win a national championship with two different Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) schools since the inception of the AP Poll in 1936. Stanko emigrated to Portland, Oregon, in 1908, when he was 13 years old. [232] The following week saw Alabama beat Georgia State 453. [441] In the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, Alabama defeated #14 Miami (FL) 4413 in their first meeting since the 1993 Sugar Bowl. [219] The 2012 title was Alabama's first conference championship since 2009 and Saban's fourth overall. They have two children. [66][67], The 2002 season opened with high expectations, but a 268 loss at the hands of Virginia Tech in the Tigers' season opener raised serious questions about their outlook. The Crimson Tide Foundation paid off Nick Saban's $3.1 million home in January 2013. [205] Alabama opened up conference play the next week by routing Arkansas 520 in their sixth consecutive win over the Razorbacks. [395] On homecoming, Alabama got its 13th consecutive win over Arkansas 487. Saban played quarterback on the 1968 West Virginia state championship team. [308] The win gave Saban his ninth consecutive season winning 10 or more games. [476] In the season opener, Alabama shutout Utah State 550. Watch as Nick also gives a welcoming speech at . [419] It's the thirteenth year in a row Alabama has reached the top spot during a season. [338] The win was the 11th consecutive victory over the Vols, tying the record set back from 1971 to 1981. [379] The following day, Alabama was selected for the College Football Playoff for the fifth year in a row. [355], In this twelfth season, Alabama started the season ranked #1 in the AP and coaches poll for the third consecutive year. [290] The win was Alabama's first in the College Football Playoff and marked Alabama's first appearance in a national championship game since the 2012 season. In the third title game in four years against Clemson, Saban suffered his worst loss at Alabama, losing 4416. [176] In winning the game, Auburn overcame a 240 second quarter Alabama lead, thus marking the largest deficit any team had overcome to defeat the Crimson Tide in its football program's history. 1 in preseason for third season in a row", "Alabama begins season as overwhelming No. Nick Saban has had enough of entitled and "self-absorbed" Alabama fans. [98] However, the offense was anemic, with the only bright spot being running back Ronnie Brown, who gained over 1,000 rushing yards on the season. Nick's daughter Kristen Saban is an Alabama Graduate and was a former student assistant for Nick's team. 1" after her son had announced his intention to sign with the Crimson Tide. Most Popular #13404. [149][150][151] The Crimson Tide defeated the Florida Gators in the SEC Championship, 3213, in a rematch of the previous year's championship game. [469] The Tide played #3 Georgia in a rematch of the SEC Championship in the third All-SEC National title game. [454] Alabama wrapped up non-conference play against New Mexico State winning 593. He is Coaches (Football Coach) by profession. [398] The next week, Alabama defeated Mississippi State 387. A handful of folks on twitter suggested the connection between flexing bald man . [374] In the Iron Bowl, Alabama avenged the previous season's only loss, to rival Auburn, defeating the Tigers 5221. [448] The loss snapped a 19-game win streak, an eight-game win streak against the Aggies, and a 100-game win streak against unranked opponents dating back to 2007. [427] In the SEC Championship, Alabama hung on in a high scoring game against #7 Florida 5246. [296] In their first meeting since the 1985 Aloha Bowl, Alabama dominated traditional power #20 USC, 526, in the Advocare Classic at Arlington, Texas. They were chosen as the #4 seed and played the #1 seed Clemson Tigers at the Sugar Bowl. [146], After a bye week, Alabama clinched its second straight SEC West Division Championship by knocking off LSU, 2415. [491] Alabama finished the regular season 10-2 and was selected to play #9 Kansas State in the Sugar Bowl. Players under Saban that became head coaches: Saban's on-the-field record in 2007 was 76 (44 SEC). He is the son of Nick Saban Sr (father) and Mary Saban (mother). [390] In their next game, Alabama defeated Southern Miss 497. Kristen Saban Setas (@KristenSabanS) April 27, 2020 James is Saban's second grandchild. In the first meeting since 2012, The Tide won 3516. [460] In the SEC Championship, Alabama took on #1 Georgia winning 4124. [229] Following a bye week, Alabama traveled to College Station, Texas to pick up its first conference win, defeating #6 Texas A&M, 4942, in a wild shootout that Alabama had lost the year before. [250] In the season opener, Alabama improved to 40 in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game beating West Virginia 3323 in the first meeting between the two schools.