Why Did Nick Saban Retire Now?, Latest on Bama Coaching Search, Auburn Reacts to Saban Leaving

On today's show, Nick Saban spoke with ESPN about his decision to abruptly retire, and hints at what could be next for him. We run through some of the quotes he gave to Rece Davis and Chris Low. Was it really about him getting older and the job taking a toll on him? And could we see Saban in the future on College Gameday?

Also, we discuss the latest news in the Alabama coaching search, with a decision coming real soon. Could it be Kaelen DeBoer? Mike Norvell? Tommy Rees? Someone else?

And our buddy Zac Blackerby of Locked On Auburn gives us a perspective on how Auburn feels about Saban hanging it up. And we discuss the offseason ahead for Hugh Freeze as he replaces both coordinators, and what will the quarterback spot look like for Auburn in 2024? (we recorded just before the news of Cadillac Williams leaving Auburn.)

Follow Chris on Twitter @ChrisGordy and @LockedOnSEC

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