Even though he is no longer coaching of Alabama football , Nick Saban's influence and guidance is still around the 2024 team.
Some of the guidance given has been through the Crimson Tide's new defensive coordinator, Kane Wommack. Its the side of the ball that Saban came up through and oversaw during his time at Alabama . For Wommack, who came to the Crimson Tide after being head coach at South Alabama , Saban's guidance has been welcomed as he makes the transition to Tuscaloosa.
"I think one of the things that I didn't expect and didn't realize is how giving coach Saban is and how good he's been to me. To have that relationship to be able to draw things upon his experience has really lessened the learning curve for me. It's something that I didn't necessarily expect or anticipate but have been really appreciative of how open coach Saban has been," Wommack said.
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Wommack said the two have met in person a few times since Wommack took over the defensive coordinator position following Kalen DeBoer's hire in January. Another part that has stuck out is how Saban will always find a way to answer the phone when Wommack has reached out.
"When I call, he answers which is really awesome," Wommack said. "Very appreciative of that."
This article originally appeared on The Gadsden Times: How Nick Saban is still helping Alabama football through Kane Wommack
