Overview
- In a statement released Sunday through Yea Alabama, DeBoer said he has not spoken with any other school and is fully committed to the Crimson Tide.
- Athletic director Greg Byrne publicly backed DeBoer, saying the university is committed to him as he leads the program.
- At Monday’s news conference, DeBoer answered “yes” when asked if he will coach Alabama in 2026 and said he has no plans to talk with other programs.
- Reporting indicates Alabama and DeBoer are discussing a contract extension, though no agreement is finalized; his current deal carries a $4 million buyout in 2025 and $3 million in 2026.
- Players and staff said the rumors have not disrupted preparation as No. 9 Alabama visits No. 8 Oklahoma on Friday in the CFP first round in Norman.