The athletic director says that the next Alabama coach must have the ability to lead the program

University of Alabama names Kalen DeBoer as next head football coach. University of Washington head coach at Washington State named Kalen deBoer. Alabama named DeBoers as its next head coach on Friday. University says it has been in contract negotiations with Washington State since 2008.

Kalen DeBoer is The Most Qualified Alabama Football Coach On Arrival Since Bear Bryant. Excluding Saban of course. Alabama hires most qualified coach since the Bear, excluding Saban. Ex-Washington coach is the most qualified Alabama coach on arrival since Bryant arrived.

Nick Saban leaves Alabama with 201 wins, nine SEC Conference crowns, and six national championships. Saban helped the Crimson Tide return to its former glory with six national titles. Alabama's athletic director says the next coach must have the 'ability to lead this historic program' Nick Saban will be the next Alabama coach.