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It has been roughly a week since we learned that Kalen DeBoer would be replacing the legendary Nick Saban as the head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team. Since that time, Coach DeBoer has gone through the wringer in terms of roster management.
Not only is Coach DeBoer dealing with recruiting high school prospects, but the transfer portal has been incredibly wild for Alabama but DeBoer seems to be taking it all in stride.
On Friday, Coach DeBoer joined Paul Finebaum on “The Paul Finebaum Show” to discuss his transition from Washington to Alabama and how he has handled the extremely difficult situation.
Below is everything Coach DeBoer had to say:
Opening remarks
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“I appreciate it. It’s been a whirlwind. But it’s been a fun time, from the championship game to this opportunity (for) my family and I. Thanks for having me on. I appreciate it, Paul.”
On how he is living through this experience
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“Just one day at a time and enjoying the moments, enjoying the journey, whether it’s preparing for a semifinal game, a championship. You work to get into those moments. And so you don’t necessarily have a chance to enjoy it, but you know it’s special and you pour everything into it. And now this opportunity as well – one day at a time. You wake up, you roll up your sleeves and you go to work and you put great people around you and you trust and believe that you’ve got what it takes. We’re excited about what this future lies. These kids here in this program are special, and it’s been awesome getting to meet them over the last few days.”
On the reception he received at the airport
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“It just shows the support. I think football and football at Alabama, it brings people together. I don’t know if they were expecting to…
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Publish date : 2024-01-20 00:30:50
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