@neneshubby it really is. He indirectly legit has made other teams power houses plus all the rev$$ brought in to the schools. He “Makes teams great again” 1 example - Kirby Smart learned from Saban then went to UGA who now are on top. Dan Lanning learned from Kirby and Oregon is a top ranked team again
Brian Daboll - New York Giants Dan Lanning - Oregon Lane Kiffin - Ole Miss Kirby Smart - Georgia Steve Sarkisian - Texas Mike Locksley - Maryland Billy Napier - Florida Mario Cristobal - Miami Jim Mcelwain - Central Michigan Butch Jones - Arkansas State Charles Huff - Marshall Except Dan Lanning, Billy Napier and Brian Daboll (and he left for an NFL OC position) everyone of these guys left Alabama for a head coaching job. That’s a coaching tree. And I didn’t even mention Jeremy Pruitt, who left Alabama to take the Tennessee job because he’s not a current head coach. Anybody who tries to say this is not impressive is just a hater. I suggest you Google the words “Saban’s coaching rehab clinic“ and see how many hits you get.
I have to say that Saban looks 10 years younger without all the stress of an upcoming season on him. Thank you coaches Smart and Saban for all you did for Bama. Roll Tide!
@@andysworld47raided the cabinet 😂 he took one players and the few coaches that went wanted to. He didn’t hold them mfs hostage at gunpoint and it’s not like he was paying them a more of a substantial amount of money so.. 🤷♀️
I just want Saban asking all the questions moving forward. Such intelligent, thoughtful and unique to coaching/recruiting questions that no one else has the pedigree or understanding to ask and insight no one ever could've provided at ESPN or any large network tbh
I’m a Georgia Fan, born and raised… but I also love Bama and what they’ve done over the years. Shout out to UGA & BAMA for running the south and overall all of college football.. couldn’t ask for better neighbors !!!
Kirby Smart, who in my opinion has set himself apart from most of the others because he never tried to be Saban 2.0 but Kirby 1.0. Learning from a legend, but not compromising on who you are and as we have all seen he is pretty special.
@@schneiderwebb2303 ironic, Kirby carved the foundation of that defense lmao. Defense wins games, wonder how many games maybe even how many natties bama would’ve choked if they didn’t have Kirby steering that defense lol be thankful of what you have don’t forget that son
@@brantleygregory3079 for sure and now even Kirby has his own little Coaching tree. Guess you could say Saban is the grandfather of lots new college football coaches
@@tangofett4065 didn't lose any sleep over it. Preventing something Bama had never done was way more important. I believe Bama has 4 sets of Back to Backs, it's a step. Luckily, there won't be anymore avoiding the best teams for 29 games anymore, lulls one into thinking they're the greatest of all time, till they ain't.
@@andysworld47 lol I was being genuine. That was a special night that I’ll never forget. Us Dawgs fans haven’t had as many opportunities to celebrate as you Bama fans have, so we’re thankful for what we do have.
@@tangofett4065 that’s understandable, had no problem seeing it, was worried bout the 3 peat and what that meant so it made last season probably the biggest win in my lifetime just as 21 was for you guys. When you see a bunch it does change your perspective, I missed being hungry, last season brought it back for me.
Kirby bid His time, gained and appreciated coaching experience from the best (Saban) He has earned all the respect He gets as being a great college head coach
The last statement that Coach Saban said, about coaching "the rookie that ain't quite there" is more serious now than ever before in college football. Because of the portal. So many kids today have that 'I deserve something" attitude about them and they really need to have some humility or they will get lost or even bury themselves!
@jimmyleebakerno Kirby is Sabans son, not the team y’all beating us a lot for the past few decades out of almost a century does not make them Georgias “daddy”
Saban’s fingerprints are all over the SEC this interview was just beautiful to see! Bama was so blessed to have them both during their epic tenures. RTR!!
Smart is hands down the best DC Bama has ever had! We are still looking for someone who has his skill and heart for the game. I’m not sure it can be done. Thanks for all you did for Bama, Coach Smart!👏💪❤️
As a die hard UGA fan, I love Saban. Saban is the epitome of a leader, a professional, a coach, and a man. For some reason I thought Saban didn’t like Kirby, but after seeing this video and hearing from Bama fans, I see now that Saban and Kirby have a teacher and student relationship and Saban don’t feel threatened because he knows Kirby really appreciated Saban’s mentoring and he will always pay homage to Saban. Saban extended his legacy with Kirby.
I believe he made a mistake not staying in the SEC overall. He could've stayed at Alabama or went to Georgia.. he will be in the NFL but not with the college career he could of had in Georgia or Alabama
Huge Georgia fan all my life since the 70's. When we play Alabama, We better not play scared or tip toe around like we're walking on ice. Use are talent and relentless determination. I CAN'T stand playing scared. Leave it all on the table and if you get beat, you shake their hands and sleep like a baby that night. What ever we do, don't let Mike Bobo call run, run, pass, punt every series. If any one knows how to get this information to Kirby Smart, please do so. We are too good of a team to play like that. Kirby you got this! Go Dawgs!!! Sincerely Trent Gunnell Georgia Exposure.
@@edwinafamefuna4383apparently Saban has an entire office at the school and will still be there as an advisor, likely till Jesus says his service to Alabama is done.
I’m a Bama alum, Bama fan, Saban fan. That said, there’s a pretty glaring conflict with Saban working and analyzing for ESPN while simultaneously still being employed by The University of Alabama. I believe he needs to resign from UA and focus on this full time if that’s what he wants to do. Both doesn’t work.
Scotty McKnight had a tremendous career finishing with some of the best stats. In terms of historic importance and NFL legend status? Cliff Branch. Hands down.
As a Georgia fan I am able to sleep peacefully at night knowing Kirby and Georgia beat a Saban coached Alabama in Saban’s last National Championship game
@@kvol1668 nah the committee shut down Georgia’s chances at a 3 peat. Texas had no right getting in over Georgia when their one loss was to a #15 ranked Oklahoma.
This is honestly the weirdest thing to ever see, knowing Saban isn’t a coach and isn’t a coach for one of Georgias biggest threats ever. I mean I remember watching the days of Bama where Kirby was just on the sideline and was in the background while Saban was in the light. And now both of them are in the light and Kirby is now in the light while Saban will start to just slowly back away. I just can’t describe how weird this is especially now that Saban ask him questions about his team.
Saban’s coaching tree is insane
I never realize how many coaches been under coach saban its triple insane
@neneshubby it really is. He indirectly legit has made other teams power houses plus all the rev$$ brought in to the schools.
He “Makes teams great again”
1 example - Kirby Smart learned from Saban then went to UGA who now are on top. Dan Lanning learned from Kirby and Oregon is a top ranked team again
Brian Daboll - New York Giants
Dan Lanning - Oregon
Lane Kiffin - Ole Miss
Kirby Smart - Georgia
Steve Sarkisian - Texas
Mike Locksley - Maryland
Billy Napier - Florida
Mario Cristobal - Miami
Jim Mcelwain - Central Michigan
Butch Jones - Arkansas State
Charles Huff - Marshall
Except Dan Lanning, Billy Napier and Brian Daboll (and he left for an NFL OC position) everyone of these guys left Alabama for a head coaching job. That’s a coaching tree. And I didn’t even mention Jeremy Pruitt, who left Alabama to take the Tennessee job because he’s not a current head coach. Anybody who tries to say this is not impressive is just a hater. I suggest you Google the words “Saban’s coaching rehab clinic“ and see how many hits you get.
@@neneshubby
He really is the G.O.A.T!
I have to say that Saban looks 10 years younger without all the stress of an upcoming season on him. Thank you coaches Smart and Saban for all you did for Bama. Roll Tide!
Indeed. Roll Tide Roll
I have to agree was so happy when Coach Smart came home to use both are the best to every do it
I mean makeup helps too
@@SimplexJaMaCoB a little for sure but his demeanor is better as well.
@@SimplexJaMaCoByeah but his eyes are def not as puffy
Kirby paid his dues and it's showing with his program. Best of success Kirby 🔥🔥
Kirby raided the pantry on his way out the door, seems to showing in how he tries to hire UGA people, but that philosophy has its own issues.
@@andysworld47?
@@andysworld47youre such an idiot. Did no favors for yourself. Kirby is the next coach on top. Find a way to cope sissy girl.
@@thekingofpingasI think what he meant was the coaches he poached from Saban at Alabama when he left to Georgia. Took some of coaching staff with him
@@andysworld47raided the cabinet 😂 he took one players and the few coaches that went wanted to. He didn’t hold them mfs hostage at gunpoint and it’s not like he was paying them a more of a substantial amount of money so.. 🤷♀️
I love coach Saban in his new role. Much respect to him.
Appreciate it coming from a Georgia fan same respect for Kirby smart coming from a Alabama fan.❤
Not quite as exciting as Madden, but with work. Maybe he could be the new Madden. Zing doink. lol Miss Madden.
I love seeing this Nick Saban interviewing Kirby Smart im a BAMA fan and Kirby Smart was a great defensive coordinator
I just want Saban asking all the questions moving forward. Such intelligent, thoughtful and unique to coaching/recruiting questions that no one else has the pedigree or understanding to ask and insight no one ever could've provided at ESPN or any large network tbh
Yeah, we don’t need the same 4 questions every year(how will your team stay focused?)
@@BigstickNick exactly. Let him run the panel. One on ones with Coach - I’d watch that EVERY DAY
9 National Championships and 13 SEC championships combined. That’s a stacked panel right there 😂
16 of the 24 are Alabama
@@CurbBlurbs yeah I know dude it’s a stacked panel. And don’t forget titles won at LSU
@@CurbBlurbsthats obvious dude....Saban coached twice as long as Kirby....Kirby still got about 20 more years of coaching to do
7 titles are Saban’s lol
I’m a Georgia Fan, born and raised… but I also love Bama and what they’ve done over the years. Shout out to UGA & BAMA for running the south and overall all of college football.. couldn’t ask for better neighbors !!!
September 28 is going to be a heck of a day.
No doubt about it. Kirby was his best. We hated it when he left!!!!!
Facts
Yall were hoping Kirby would come to Bama when he retired.
I think he was his best because he stayed longer than everyone else
@@kale6772 nah, real ones knew he was waiting for UGA to open. That's his alma, folks knew.
@@j.d.minter9693yup as a lifelong Dawgs fan, we were hearing the rumors for 4 or 5 years where kirby wanted to be when the time came
I could listen to them for hours
we need Lane and Saban yesterday man I understand they had to change sets for breaks but that was a missed opportunity
I'm shocked Lane was there period
Love hearing these guys talk
Nick Saban already an all time great as a commentator ......amazing hearing him talk
Kirby Smart, who in my opinion has set himself apart from most of the others because he never tried to be Saban 2.0 but Kirby 1.0. Learning from a legend, but not compromising on who you are and as we have all seen he is pretty special.
Two of the best people / coaches in history....
I'm a Die hard Bama fan. But man Kirby is a great coach Georgia fans appreciate what you have ROLLTIDE
Be thankful of what you used to have go dawgs
@@itsyenjialways remember, that you are who you are because of bama, son.
@@schneiderwebb2303 ironic, Kirby carved the foundation of that defense lmao. Defense wins games, wonder how many games maybe even how many natties bama would’ve choked if they didn’t have Kirby steering that defense lol be thankful of what you have don’t forget that son
Props to Ben for letting Nick get another question in. What the fans want to see.
That was classy!
You heard it here. Billy Napier will be on the support staff at Georgia next year.
😂
Coming from a Alabama fan Kirby was a big part of our success the greatest defensive coordinator at Alabama ever.❤
Having Nick and Kirby on the same staff was unfair to College Football 😂 . You can tell Nick really liked Kirby he see himself in Kirby
You can tell saban is proud of him
Nick Saban built SEC college football. Put aside his resume. His coaching tree and just development of players is unbelievable
@@brantleygregory3079 for sure and now even Kirby has his own little Coaching tree. Guess you could say Saban is the grandfather of lots new college football coaches
Thank you Coach Saban for mentoring the best coach in our program’s history! I forgive you for the heartbreaks in 2012, 2017, 2018 and 2023.
@@uremadbro and we forgive yall for that one quarter in 21’
@@andysworld47thanks! That was the best quarter ever!
@@tangofett4065 didn't lose any sleep over it. Preventing something Bama had never done was way more important. I believe Bama has 4 sets of Back to Backs, it's a step. Luckily, there won't be anymore avoiding the best teams for 29 games anymore, lulls one into thinking they're the greatest of all time, till they ain't.
@@andysworld47 lol I was being genuine. That was a special night that I’ll never forget. Us Dawgs fans haven’t had as many opportunities to celebrate as you Bama fans have, so we’re thankful for what we do have.
@@tangofett4065 that’s understandable, had no problem seeing it, was worried bout the 3 peat and what that meant so it made last season probably the biggest win in my lifetime just as 21 was for you guys. When you see a bunch it does change your perspective, I missed being hungry, last season brought it back for me.
Saban is just a class act
We appreciate all of them coach smart kiffin and sark all of them but so much respect for Kirby and Georgia RollTide
Kirby bid His time, gained and appreciated coaching experience from the best (Saban) He has earned all the respect He gets as being a great college head coach
“Best assistant coach we ever had and he built the Bama program” - Respect to Saban
I don't care what anyone says us dawg fans owe our success to nick saban...
So cool seeing Kirby and Saban interact. Roll tide forever but love Kirby smart too
You can tell that these two men have a HEALTHY rivalry going. Definitely mutual respect and admiration from both sides 🙏
I miss seeing Saban's assistants back then. Glory years.
Saban is going to be so freaking good at this job. Every question invokes a thoughtful answer.
This was good, I could listen to them allday!!!
We love Kirby Roll Tide❤
saban is a class guy
Coach Saban is gonna be great at ESPN. Love seeing what he has to say.
Nick Saban is a special man and coach. I am a Buckeye fan and Saban is the best ever
This was a really awesome conversation to listen to!!!!
Great question Coach Saban 2:00...i love how Kirby Smart responds to this ....great coaches take everything accountability periods.......Nail it....
Absolutely 💯
The last statement that Coach Saban said, about coaching "the rookie that ain't quite there" is more serious now than ever before in college football. Because of the portal. So many kids today have that 'I deserve something" attitude about them and they really need to have some humility or they will get lost or even bury themselves!
I am a Bama fan as well. From Canada. When I see Saban and Kirby they remind me of Scotty Bowman in Hockey. Pure Champions
5:17 saban looked like a proud dad lol. Go Dawgs
😂 Yup
Saban is definitely a living legend.
Yes he looked very happy for him so happy to see these Legends get together
@jimmyleebakerin college football, for sure. But as a state, Georgia beats Alabama in every way.
@jimmyleebakerno Kirby is Sabans son, not the team y’all beating us a lot for the past few decades out of almost a century does not make them Georgias “daddy”
Kirby rocking that coat. Roll Tide
Saban’s fingerprints are all over the SEC this interview was just beautiful to see! Bama was so blessed to have them both during their epic tenures. RTR!!
This needs to be longer
Go dawgs love ya kirby
Saban was coaching Smart at the end of that interview.
Just tips and advice
Give us Saban and Smart one on one. We don't need the rest of these people involved.
Agreed
I’m sure we’ll see a special one day.
This is awesome seeing Coach after retirement getting to interview the guys he roasted and trained
Gosh the respect is awesome from both guys
A respectable glaze off 🙌🏽
This video is 🔥
Dang, Saban knows how to actually extract good talking points out of Kirby
Elite conversation
Me imagining “Hey coach how you doin, aight” “omg no way hey coach!” 😂
Smart felt that compliment from Saban. Wow 👏
The Master and his pad wan. 👏❤
Will muschamp is from saban coaching tree as well
Great video!
Honestly they could’ve just had Saban and a moderator up there. Not to disrespect the others but they’re basically just getting in the way.
2 class acts love them dearly. Roll Tide Roll.
I really enjoyed this ❤👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽!
Kirby’s going to win many more titles, he just needs to ban his players from driving.
He needs to return the 20 srts that are leased under his name and his life will be a lot easier. 😂
Funniest part is Saban never laughed out loud 😂
Smart is hands down the best DC Bama has ever had! We are still looking for someone who has his skill and heart for the game. I’m not sure it can be done. Thanks for all you did for Bama, Coach Smart!👏💪❤️
As a die hard UGA fan, I love Saban. Saban is the epitome of a leader, a professional, a coach, and a man.
For some reason I thought Saban didn’t like Kirby, but after seeing this video and hearing from Bama fans, I see now that Saban and Kirby have a teacher and student relationship and Saban don’t feel threatened because he knows Kirby really appreciated Saban’s mentoring and he will always pay homage to Saban. Saban extended his legacy with Kirby.
love that Kirby still refers to Saban as coach
Spurrier is still HBC after all these years, nicknames stick
Caleb Downs made a mistake choosing OSU over UGA
💰💰💰
I believe he made a mistake not staying in the SEC overall. He could've stayed at Alabama or went to Georgia.. he will be in the NFL but not with the college career he could of had in Georgia or Alabama
Nah he made a mistake leaving Alabama. HE is going to watch them win the SEC and National Title this year.
No, he made a mistake by leaving Alabama.
@@Phillip-xi2cq always hating! Can’t stand it can you?
Huge Georgia fan all my life since the 70's. When we play Alabama, We better not play scared or tip toe around like we're walking on ice. Use are talent and relentless determination. I CAN'T stand playing scared. Leave it all on the table and if you get beat, you shake their hands and sleep like a baby that night. What ever we do, don't let Mike Bobo call run, run, pass, punt every series. If any one knows how to get this information to Kirby Smart, please do so. We are too good of a team to play like that. Kirby you got this! Go Dawgs!!! Sincerely Trent Gunnell Georgia Exposure.
Both r legends 🔥🔥🔥
Wow. Coach nick saban looks so much better with stress free
Nick looking at Kirby like a proud dad
Legend
weird seeing saban up there not answering questions as a coach go dawgs
I know there will be controversy with the 12 team playoffs, but im so excited about thia season!!! Come on Dawgs!!
September can't get here fast enough!
Kj going crazy this yr
Culture, culture, culture...critical!!!!!!
As a UGA fan most respect to bama this year
Saban is the goat ❤❤❤❤
Saban getting Intel for Deboer on live tv 😏
Exactly! These guys are still rivals. Saban is still got ties to Bama
That’s what I was thinking! Give him as little as possible Kirby!
@@edwinafamefuna4383apparently Saban has an entire office at the school and will still be there as an advisor, likely till Jesus says his service to Alabama is done.
I’m a Bama alum, Bama fan, Saban fan. That said, there’s a pretty glaring conflict with Saban working and analyzing for ESPN while simultaneously still being employed by The University of Alabama. I believe he needs to resign from UA and focus on this full time if that’s what he wants to do. Both doesn’t work.
Man, i love hearing Kirby smart speak as much as i do nick saban
Scotty McKnight had a tremendous career finishing with some of the best stats. In terms of historic importance and NFL legend status? Cliff Branch. Hands down.
Awesome coaches and really enjoyed the show, much love and WAR EAGLE 🦅
I love how he doesn’t mention Jimbo
1:24 that’s gonna be powerful bulletin board material for the Longhorns
How'd that work out for em? 🤔
Kirby just called Billy Napier a “great head coach” hahahaha
Love Kirby but he's looking like he's moonlighting at Kirby Smart Auto Sales
As a Georgia fan I am able to sleep peacefully at night knowing Kirby and Georgia beat a Saban coached Alabama in Saban’s last National Championship game
As an Alabama fan, I sleep well knowing that we ended Georgia's chances at a natty and shut down that three-peat delusion.
@@kvol1668 nah the committee shut down Georgia’s chances at a 3 peat. Texas had no right getting in over Georgia when their one loss was to a #15 ranked Oklahoma.
@@SimplexJaMaCoBdon’t make excuses man. That’s poor sportsmanship
@@TheOfficialRandomGuy nothing about what I said an excuse lol.
@@SimplexJaMaCoB “nah, the committee shut down Georgia’s chances at a 3 peat.”
Hey Kirby, remember when I wiped that smile off your face in the SECCG?
Kirby is Nick Saban's good student.
I am of the opinion that Kirby Smart should address Saban as "Daddy". 😁
This is honestly the weirdest thing to ever see, knowing Saban isn’t a coach and isn’t a coach for one of Georgias biggest threats ever. I mean I remember watching the days of Bama where Kirby was just on the sideline and was in the background while Saban was in the light. And now both of them are in the light and Kirby is now in the light while Saban will start to just slowly back away. I just can’t describe how weird this is especially now that Saban ask him questions about his team.
Roll tide
Kirby just couldn’t beat the GOAT except when we lost our WRs. Love Kirby tho.
Saban asked a speculative question?
Laura looking good
Nick slick 😂😂😂
When you graduate from Saban University you are ready to coach
GO DAWGS !!