Paul Finebaum, one of the most notable reports in college football, has now weighed in on Saban's future. He doesn't see a return to the college game for Saban.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/jaguars as Urban Meyer Shares Thoughts on Nick Saban’s Next Move. Like a dentist removing a molar without lidocaine, Urban Meyer’s foray into the NFL was short and painful. The former Jaguars head coach had some interesting thoughts on the future of Nick Saban.

The rumors began circulating in earnest on Monday after former Crimson Tide quarterback Greg McElroy said on “McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning” that he was informed by a trustworthy source that Saban — who now works as a panelist on ESPN’s “College GameDay” — would return to coaching in the future.

No, the rumors are not true - Nick Saban is not returning to coaching. His daughter, Kristen, confirmed it as SEC Media Days wrapped up ahead of the 2025

Rumors began with former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy sharing that someone "in the know" and "notable" told him that Saban is not done coaching. That quote caught on like wildfire in Atlanta, with just about every coach with any connection to Saban fielding questions about his potential comeback during the week.

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer needs the rumor of Nick Saban returning to coaching like a drowned man needs a drink. Hugh Freeze needs it even less.

If Nick Saban returns to coaching, the Cleveland Browns have been named as a potential landing spot for the legendary coach.

In a recent mailbag, Stewart Mandel of The Athletic discussed the possibility of the Trojans going after the greatest coach of all time

The Texas Longhorns' 2025 season will be filled with championship expectations and will also undoubtedly revolve around their new starting quarterback, Arch Man