Nick Saban is a well-known American football coach best recognized as the head coach of the University of Alabama.
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Wiki, Bio, Family, Siblings, Childhood & Education
Nicholas Lou Saban Jr. was born on October 31, 1951, in Fairmont, West Virginia, to Nick Lou Saban Sr. and Mary Saban. He grew up in Monongah, West Virginia.
Nick attended Monongah High School and Kent State University for college, where he obtained a degree in business. He also earned a master’s degree in sports administration from Kent State University in 1975. Saban used to be a defensive back for the squad there.
Nick Saban’s Age, Height, Weight, and Body Dimensions
Nick Saban, born on October 31, 1951, will be 70 years old on July 30, 2022. His height is 1.68 m, and he weighs 67 kg.
Nick Saban’s Profession & Career
He began his career as a graduate assistant for Don James. Nick then worked as an assistant coach in the NCAA Division I-A for Ohio State, Syracuse, Michigan State, and West Virginia. He has worked as an assistant coach with the Cleveland Browns and the Houston Oilers of the National Football League.
Nick Saban was named head coach of the University of Toledo in 1989. He was the Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator from 1991 to 1994. From 1995 to 1999, he was a member of the Michigan State Spartans.
Saban was named head coach at Louisiana State University in November 1999. He had a winning record of 48-16 with them, including a 13-1 record in the 2003 Southeastern Conference. Nick also helped the team win the ‘BCS Championship Game’ the same year.
He was named head coach of the Miami Dolphins in December 2004. In 2005, his NFL win-loss record was 9-7.
Nick Saban was named head football coach of The University of Alabama in 2007. He has a 122-19 total win/loss record with them. He is still their head coach and has led them to several championships.
Achievements and Awards
Nick Saban received the ‘Paul “Bear” Bryant Award in 2003. He has been named AP National Coach of the Year twice. He has also been named Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year twice. Nick has won the SEC Coach of the Year award four times. Saban earned the Liberty Camp Award, the Walter Camp Award, and the Home Depot Award for Coach of the Year in 2008.
Nick Saban’s Wife, Marriage & Relationship
Nick Saban married Terry Constable in 1971. Nicholas and Kristen are the couple’s adopted children. He and his wife are co-founders of the ‘Nick’s Kids foundation. His foundation has raised more than a million dollars for mentally challenged youngsters.
Nick Saban’s Salary and Net Worth
Nick Saban’s net worth is predicted to be more than $60 million as of July 2022. He is one of the highest-paid football coaches in the country, having earned $32 million in eight years. He has worked as the head coach of several institutions and has received numerous awards for his efforts. Saban earns $11.12 million per year.
Quick Facts
Celebrated Name | Nick Saban |
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Real Name | Nicholas Lou Saban, Jr. |
Gender | Male |
Age | 70 years old |
Birth Date | 31 October 1951 |
Birth Place | Fairmont, West Virginia, United States |
Nationality | American |
Height | 1.68 m |
Weight | 67 kg |
Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Marital Status | Married |
Wife | Terry Saban (m. 1971) |
Children | Yes (Kristen Saban, Nicholas Saban) |
Dating | N/A |
Profession | Football coach |
Net Worth | $60 million |
Brands | N/A |
Hobbies | N/A |