Nick Saban’s retirement was a big shocker for Alabama last year. The football program earned a national championship, produced some NFL talents, and earned notable achievements under his leadership for 16 years. Even the greatest things come to an end someday, similarly, Nick Saban had to step down from his position, leaving fans, players, and other teams to wonder about the program’s future.

Former Alabama player Shaun Alexander puts forward his strong opinions about Alabama’s future and dismisses Kalen DeBoer doubters. In the world of college football, everyone is always questioning each other. And when the legendary player stepped down, everyone was pondering who would be the right fit to fill Saban’s shoe. However, when a known figure from the NFL like Alexander, with deep ties to college football, steps in to defend the team, it’s worth noting. Seahawks Legend just did that he not only silenced DeBoer’s doubts but also highlighted Alabama’s dominance before Nick Saban.

Seahawks Legend Shaun Alexander defends his former team Alabama

After long discussions last year, Kalen DeBoer was announced as Alabama’s head coach for the 2014 season. Since then, many questioned the former head coach of Sioux Falls’ capability. Although Nick Saban is a great personality and a big name in college football, Alabama fans are sure and believe that their team is capable of achieving what they have achieved with their former head coach.

Alexander, who played college football for Alabama for four years, strongly believes in his former team and defends them against allegations about their performance in the upcoming season. He was seen backing Alabama in The Zach Gelb Show. When the host questioned him about his expectations from the team his year, and if they will make to playoffs this year.

He immediately responded, “YAA, Alabama is Alabama. I think like you. People like Oh, what’s going to happen? Well, you know we had 12 national championships before Saban got there. We are not saying that 20 some that we got now that we ain’t feeling good about it. You know we like Alabama still Alabama like you know. Like you go through history. And there is, you know, there’s Bear Bryant and there’s Gene Stallings. You know what I mean, there’s just there. There are just great coaches and great players. And that’s our tradition. Some people will leave. Some people will stay. Alabama is going to be Alabama.”

While some players and fans may worry about what lies for the Crimson Tide, the former running back has made it all clear with his strong opinions that Alabama will still be a great program, even without Nick Saban’s command.

Alabama’s dominance before Nick Saban

Alexander helped Alabama earn their first-team All-American honors in 1999 defending Alabama. He brings a crucial point to the debate and highlights that Alabama football was dominating long before Nick Saban took power.

The team holds a rich history which started before Nick joined the program in 2007. The Crimson Tide was a powerhouse in college football under other coaches as well, significantly under coaches like Bear Bryant. Bryant helped the Crimson Tide win numerous national championships.

Nick Saban is not the only coach who helped the team achieve remarkable wins. Many other coaches led Alabama in postseason bowl games and helped the team achieve other notable achievements. A few names include Wallace Wade, Frank Thomas, Harold D., Bear Bryant, and others. Eight of the coaches also helped the team win conference championships.