For the first time since the rumor was shared during SEC media days, former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban has publicly commented on his potential interest in returning to coaching.

In a recent television appearance on Fox News’ Fox and Friends, Saban was asked in an interview the question as to if he would ever return to the sidelines again.

Saban, in response, appeared to shut down speculation on a potential return, while also giving a humorous answer.

“I never really ever had a thought about getting back into coaching, until two days ago Mrs. Terry said I had to run the sweeper in the entire downstairs,” Saban said. “While running the sweeper, the thought occurred to me,” When you were coaching, you had a heck of a lot better job than this. That is only time I considered it.”

“There is no opportunity that I know of right now, that would enhance me to go back to coaching.” Saban also later added.

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Saban, who announced his retirement back in Jan. 2024, was the head coach at Alabama for 17 seasons from 2007-23, winning six national championships during that span. As the head coach at Alabama, Saban also compiled a 206-29 overall record, recorded 16 10-win seasons, and won nine SEC championships.

Since announcing his retirement, Saban has remained around college football, most notably through his role on ESPN’s weekly show “College GameDay.”

As to if Saban would ever return, the answer certainly appears unlikely in the near future.

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