Kalen DeBoer Quickly Assembles Coaching Staff Including Ryan Grubb, JaMarcus Shephard, Jerret McElwain, Scott Huff, Nick Sheridan at Alabama; Travaris Robinson Stays at Georgia; Jedd Fisch Hired at Washington
Kalen DeBoer, the new head coach of Alabama, is quickly assembling his coaching staff. Ryan Grubb, JaMarcus Shephard, Jerret McElwain, Scott Huff, and Nick Sheridan are expected to join from Washington. It's reported that Freddy Roach and Robert Gillespie will be retained. Travaris Robinson, who was interviewed for the defensive coordinator job, has decided to remain at Georgia. DeBoer is confident about his offensive philosophy, promising an aggressive and explosive approach. The hiring of Jedd Fisch as the new head coach for Washington is also making waves, with opinions divided on the move. DeBoer's hire has raised high expectations for Alabama's future success, with many discussing his potential to fill Nick Saban's shoes.
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Brad PowersReally good hire. https://t.co/IVo3TMpRqp
Chris LowIt's been a whirlwind last few days for Kalen DeBoer, but he's checked a lot of different boxes in assembling his @AlabamaFTBL staff -- sitting head coach as DC, bringing in Grubb as OC, retaining key people from Saban's staff -- and been very clear about his plan moving forward.
Adam Breneman
Alabama absolutely nailed their new head coaching hire with @KalenDeBoer. I got the chance to sit down with Coach DeBoer in the preseason and before the Sugar Bowl. My three main takeaways were: - It’s All About Relationships - The Best Coaches Take Advantage of Breaks… https://t.co/MudjeuHBQM
Pat Forde Kalen DeBoer hunting a current FBS head coach to be his DC, which would be an IU staff reunion: https://t.co/VNjsIadO3T
Chris Vannini 🎙 New Until Saturday @AriWasserman, @SkinnyKenny_ and me: - Is Jedd Fisch a good hire at Washington? - Can fans of schools like Arizona keep hope? - The Kalen DeBoer fit at Alabama - And more 🍎: https://t.co/lfXDvZveig 🟢: https://t.co/rZ0F1GtSMN 📺: https://t.co/HA0leHFicC https://t.co/4YuYVX8vyG
Lane Kiffin Sources: Travaris Robinson staying at Georgia despite interest from Kalen DeBoer to rejoin Alabama staff https://t.co/muIrqymYQO
Brandon Marcello Who is Kalen DeBoer bringing with him to Alabama -- and who from Nick Saban's staff is he keeping? #RollTide Info: https://t.co/2Lk8nanCbX
On3 REPORT: Alabama star DB Caleb Downs is undecided on whether he should enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, per @TomVH. "Travaris Robinson staying at Georgia factors in." https://t.co/nVmudvE9NU https://t.co/29Mxp5d1Cl
Tom VanHaarenI was told that Alabama freshman Caleb Downs hasn’t made a decision on his future yet, if he’ll stay or transfer. He’d like to see who’s added to the Bama defensive staff, but very likely could make a decision either way tomorrow. Travaris Robinson staying at Georgia factors in.
Charlie Potter With Travaris Robinson remaining with UGA, here are some names to know for the defensive openings on Kalen DeBoer's Alabama staff: https://t.co/YH4KFNEsmj (On3+) https://t.co/EAIyX6nuTw
John Talty The initial story from @mzenitz and I on Travaris Robinson's decision to stay at Georgia over an opportunity to return to Alabama including the role he played with the Tide's defense this season: https://t.co/qETxhQh55M
OutKick The Alabama head coaching job doesn't open up every year so why wouldn't Kalen DeBoer want to be the man who follows The Man? @dandakich https://t.co/9irNF8opxN
- Chris Low
Travaris Robinson interviewed with new @AlabamaFTBL coach Kalen DeBoer for several hours Sunday for the defensive coordinator job, but has decided to remain at Georgia, sources tell ESPN.
- Charlie Potter
New Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer shares offensive, QB philosophies "We will be explosive, I can promise you that. We will be aggressive. We will attack." 🔗: https://t.co/bJSGjxx0Mm https://t.co/y7wfthAFcn
Barstool Sports Kalen DeBoer has almost impossibly high expectations to meet as the Head Coach of Alabama @mostlysports https://t.co/0RN8auLoJr
Buck Reising.@TwoRiversFord Poll: What should Alabama fans expect from Kaleb Deboer next season?
Adam Rittenberg Our coaching hire grades are updated with the additions of Kalen DeBoer (Alabama) and Jedd Fisch (Washington). Check out the full list here: https://t.co/3pUf3FQtpt
- Adam Rittenberg
Our coaching grades are updated with the additions of Kalen DeBoer (Alabama) and Jedd Fisch (Washington). Check out the full list here: https://t.co/3pUf3FQtpt
Berry TramelKalen DeBoer is a "brave soul" for taking the Alabama job. But that doesn't mean he can't win. https://t.co/ZekCPDiBGc
Jon WilnerWashington hires Jedd Fisch: - the flight risk - the sample size - the 7 wins that did it - the resource issue https://t.co/dcdIJKDwSF
GoJo and Golic "Alabama was tasked with something impossible in replacing Nick Saban. And what they did in hiring Kalen Deboer is as close as you come, in mind, to Aceing the test because the guy can coach ball." @mikegolicjr https://t.co/Qx8XtoY3JI
- OutKick
Don’t @ Me Can Kalen DeBoer Fill Nick Saban’s Shoes? A New Era of Alabama Football BEGINS + @TheChadWithrow & @ShawneMerriman join the show! Tune in… https://t.co/ymNInHk9IB
Robby StanleyAlabama has made a new coaching hire. What do we think of Kalen DeBoer taking the reigns from Nick Saban? @joerexrode and I discuss now on @1025TheGame https://t.co/2rMoa19jdl
102.5 & 106.3 The GameWhat do @RStanleyNHL & @joerexrode think of Alabama hiring Kalen DeBoer as their next head coach? https://t.co/THqdtNZ9OS
USA TODAY Sports Will Kalen DeBoer succeed at Alabama? Four keys for Nick Saban's successor https://t.co/0aAnJ8QQ9x
Max Browne thoughts on Jedd Fisch to Washington: 1. UW got it right. Biggest thing, let Jedd be Jedd! His personality and vibe is why he’s successful!! 2. Portal raid is coming 3. UW receiver room about to reload 👀 4. What will Fisch do with his staff? Lot of familiar names for Husky… https://t.co/tlvYHabTT9
KSNV News 3 Las Vegas#ICYMI: University of Washington football coach Kalen DeBoer, who led the Huskies to the national championship game in his second season, told UW officials Friday he was leaving to replace Nick Saban at Alabama. https://t.co/U3OqWrUMvT
- Adam Breneman
Have to give credit to @UWHuskies_AD. Moved fast and got his #1 target. Dannen clearly was prepared in case DeBoer moved on and was ready to make a big hire. Jedd Fisch is an A+ get.
John Canzano Jedd Fisch is the next Washington Huskies coach. I went 1-on-1 with him last spring on @750TheGame. Fisch and I talked NFL/college differences, coaching philosophy, why he doesn't play video games, best advice he ever received, and more. A fun listen: https://t.co/OT5FTEZUGx https://t.co/BpNvjwWm55
Christian CapleMy early thoughts on Washington hiring Jedd Fisch to replace Kalen DeBoer. https://t.co/TxjtGIULJO
Jason Scheer The amount of money Washington is expected to pay Jedd Fisch is wild.
On3 VIDEO Washington HIRES a RISING STAR in new head coach Jedd Fisch 🟣 What does this hire mean for Washington? @Andy_Staples gives his instant thoughts here https://t.co/SRLZAF7mBt
¡BUM CHILLUPS AKA SPENCER HALL! Never betting against Jedd Fisch again, Washington's gonna be real good
- Adam Breneman
This summer I asked @CoachJeddFisch what the future of college football will look like. I don’t think either of us thought the future would look like Jedd Fisch in Purple and Gold in Seattle. Washington fans are getting a great coach and a great innovator. https://t.co/ZMkeckabMv
Cody GoodwinTwo days after his hire was announced, and one day after he was formally introduced, new #Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer quickly assembled his offensive staff. Here's a closer look at each of the expected hires: https://t.co/uKrVZMY0aZ
Mike VorelThe Jedd Fisch hire is an interesting one for UW. Kansas' Lance Leipold more closely resembled Kalen DeBoer, in having won as a HC on multiple levels. Fisch brings more risk, IMO, but also a more direct route to Big Ten wins. Key point: he's a proven west coast recruiter.
- Charlie Potter
New Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer rounds out his first offensive staff 🔗: https://t.co/r8uq3zevFW (On3+) https://t.co/8iDxRdN0qh
Andrew Bone We spoke with several parents of Alabama players, signees for feedback on new head football coach Kalen DeBoer. 🗣️ “Coach DeBoer seems like a great fit with many of the same morals and values as Coach Saban. That is very important to us.” 🗞️ https://t.co/qH9BwggTk6 #RollTide https://t.co/lWjO4bhxsF
Jordan Reffett HUSKY FANS! Jedd Fisch is going to be our new Head Football coach! It's time to really crank it up! #PurpleReign
- Chris Low
Two other names to add to Kalen DeBoer's expected staff at @AlabamaFTBL are Scott Huff (OL) and Nick Sheridan (TE), both following DeBoer from Washington. Huff also worked under Chris Petersen at Boise State and Washington. Sheridan has SEC experience as a GA at Tennessee.
Bruce Feldman As we mentioned in our story some on the big new additions to the Kalen DeBoer Alabama offensive staff helped spark the prolific Washington offense, but also does have some strong recruiting ties in the South: https://t.co/lw08lfh7Kz https://t.co/CYulcxc4KZ
PFF College Alabama is expected to hire former Washington OC Ryan Grubb as their new Offensive Coordinator, per @BruceFeldmanCFB https://t.co/iVI7P1c1Z0
- Bruce Feldman
SOURCE: Ryan Grubb is expected to be in Tuscaloosa in the next day or so as Bama’s new OC. Expect OL coach Scott Huff, WRs coach JaMarcus Shephard & TEs coach Nick Sheridan to join em. Bama RBs coach Robert Gillespie is expected to remain on staff. https://t.co/lw08lfh7Kz
- Charlie Potter
Kalen DeBoer is expected to retain pair of Tide assistants, per report 🔗: https://t.co/44lmXTmZLE https://t.co/0d6zqnHFoE
- Chris Low
Kalen DeBoer's staff at @AlabamaFTBL is continuing to take shape. Ryan Grubb (OC), JaMarcus Shephard (WR) and Jerret McElwain (director of scouting) expected to follow DeBoer from Washington. Freddie Roach (DL) and Robert Gillespie (RB) expected to be retained.
George Wrighster III I think Kalen DeBoer did a great job at Washington and is a great XOs guy + leader. But I would have tried to hire Jedd Fisch from Arizona at Bama Deboer didn’t recruit those players at UW. (Penix/Johnson transferred in) so he has to prove that. Fisch gives Pete Carroll vibes
Pat SmithHearing some familiar names for DeBoers first staff at Alabama. Would not be surprised if Freddy Roach is retained and DJ Durkin is added as LB coach.
- Bruce Feldman
Sunday Read: Kalen DeBoer has been great everywhere he's coached. Here's what has made him so successful; and also what those know best think will be, by far, his biggest challenge now that he's the Alabama head coach: https://t.co/LJcG7L7OlS https://t.co/LJcG7L7OlS
- George Wrighster III
I think Kalen DeBoer did a great job at Washington and is a great XOs guy + leader. But I would have tried to hire Jedd Fisch from Arizona first. Deboer didn’t recruit those players at UW. (Penix/Johnson transferred in) so he has to prove that. Fisch gives Pete Carroll vibes
- John Canzano
Jedd Fisch is a hell of a coach. Easier to compete for a playoff spot at Arizona (Big 12) or Washington (Big Ten)? I don’t think it’s close. But what do you think?
New York Post Sports Kalen DeBoer: ‘I’d be a fool’ if I didn’t do this for Nick Saban https://t.co/SO9yghUCHX https://t.co/jdnuVAt9zj
- Charlie Potter
Kalen DeBoer is expected to add a familiar face to his Alabama staff 🔗: https://t.co/eh8JfTdB5B (On3+) https://t.co/pW7xcdKiLQ
247Sports Washington OC Ryan Grubb posts goodbye to Huskies, could be Kalen DeBoer's top assistant at Alabama: https://t.co/MXAVs82CzP https://t.co/u30x5HnmGS
Daniel ShirleyAlabama’s Kalen DeBoer talks Nick Saban, offense, Southern ties and more https://t.co/CiEYvLGBA5