Nick Saban, one of the greatest coaches of all-time, caught the world by surprise when he announced he was retiring yesterday. Of course, everyone knows about Nick Saban’s greatness as a coach, but not everyone knows about Nick Saban’s greatness as a person and mentor. Former All-American, National Champion, Offensive Lineman & Captain, for the Crimson Tide, Mike Johnson explained how Saban impacted his life and was his mentor.
Mike, now one of our own as a co-host on The Morning Shift, said “The effect he had on me over those three years still plays out to this day.” Coach Saban wasn’t just about turning young men into really good football players, he was about turning young men into good people as well.
Nick Saban deserves all the praise and recognition and every single award, accolade, and honor there is when it comes to accomplishments on the field, but the way he has impacted people’s lives off the field shouldn’t be overlooked.