Nick Saban Quotes

13 quotes from 9 authors

Nick Saban’s own words cut through the hype, showing the human side of championship pressure and loyalty. In 13 snippets you’ll hear his take on putting the squad before any star and a surprising sideline confession of affection. Fans of football or leadership might also check the SEC Rivalry and Team Dynamics pages.

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It’s easier to win the National Championship than the SEC, ask Nick Saban.

Steve Spurrier

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I think Nick Saban is the greatest college football coach in history over there in Tuscaloosa.

Charles Barkley

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I needed Nick Saban more than I needed Pete Carroll.

Lane Kiffin

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Nick Saban's legacy is already cemented. He's won six national championships and seven if you include the one in LSU.

Mark Ingram II

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I've never been more prepared playing than when playing for people like Nick Saban, Rex Ryan and Dan Quinn. They're amazing.

Jason Taylor

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I'm up under Nick Saban. I know how its supposed to be. What it's supposed to look like in order for you…

JaMarcus Russell

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That's why Nick Saban's great because he's willing to put the team before one player. That's why he's one of the best…

Nick Bosa

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I played for coach Nick Saban, one of my favorite people on Earth and probably my favorite coach I ever played for.

Jason Taylor

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People ask me what Nick (Saban) says to me on the sidelines. It is just, 'I love you so much. Can we…

Lane Kiffin

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I'm tired of Nick Saban. I used to love Nick Saban. I don't know what he does on the recruiting side -…

Boosie

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I know how great Alabama is. I know how great Coach Nick Saban is, and I enjoy being around his program. I…

Maria Taylor

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If you would have told me when I was 24 years old, right before I went with Coach Carroll to USC, you're…

Lane Kiffin

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At Tennessee, I said I can't wait to beat Florida in the Swamp and sing 'Rocky Top' all night long. The thing…

Lane Kiffin

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