In a recent mailbag, Stewart Mandel of The Athletic discussed the possibility of the Trojans going after the greatest coach of all time

Known widely for his relentless pursuit of excellence and demanding coaching style, Nick Saban maintains a reputation for meticulous attention to detail, especially when it comes to his defensive backs. Surtain, who thrived under Saban’s watchful eye, described the coach’s intensity firsthand.

One year of missing the College Football Playoff has second-year coach Kalen DeBoer feeling the pressure to restore the Crimson Tide’s status as one of the nation’s top teams in 2025.