Overview
- Saban said on The Pat McAfee Show that he wants to stay retired and rejected interest from openings such as Penn State and Florida.
- He joked that he does not want agent Jimmy Sexton near his wife, Terry, because big contract figures might catch her attention, adding that he is not interested.
- He noted he is having fun in his ESPN role, responding “No way” to a return and asking why he would leave broadcasting to coach again.
- Offering counsel to coaching candidates, Saban urged setting firm ground rules on donor and NIL influence before accepting any job.
- He linked recent firings and pressure on athletic directors to boosters who believe their financial support merits a voice, as high-profile programs continue searches without him.