LOOK: Alabama fans share thoughts on new HC Kalen DeBoer
Nick Saban’s retirement sent shock waves around the nation; many were surprised the legendary head coach stepped down. For Alabama fans and athletic director Greg Byrne, there was immediate concern regarding who the next coach would be.
Two days after Saban retired, the Crimson Tide had a new head coach, former Washington head coach Kalen DeBoer.
On Saturday, DeBoer was introduced as the man at the helm of the Alabama football program. He and Byrne addressed media members and fans about the hire, the change and the future for the team.
Fans were quick to take to social media to share their thoughts and reactions on DeBoer as the new Alabama head coach.
Easy to buy in to what DeBoer is selling
If I wasn’t completely sold on Kalen DeBoer before that press conference, then I 100% am now
— Austin Randolph (@austinsrandolph) January 13, 2024
A genuine guy
DeBoer making a point to acknowledge the UW team, and getting a little emotional about it, will be what I remember most from his introductory press conference. Really from-the-heart moment.
— Jess Nicholas (@TideFansJessN) January 13, 2024
He did a solid job
I’ll say one thing, Kalen DeBoer did really well at the press conference.
— Jeremy Cummings (@jcmrapha) January 13, 2024
He is the guy for the job
Coach DeBoer is the guy! Roll Tide!
— barry bob (@barry_reno) January 13, 2024
Legit
DeBoer is the real deal.
— Colonel Corndog (@Colonel_Corndog) January 13, 2024
Interesting...
DeBoer to the NFL in 2-3 years?
— Adrien Lo (@adrienlo) January 13, 2024
Relatable
Kalen DeBoer said he has no idea what day it is.
Same my guy
— Claudia Chakamian (@C_Chakamian) January 13, 2024
A proven winner
Coach DeBoer a winner. We’re in great hands.
— Von (@404von_) January 13, 2024
The right guy
Watching him get emotional about leaving Washington, and seeing everything Washington fans have said about him, wishing him luck rather than cursing him for leaving confirms that even beyond the wins, we got the right guy.
Props to @Greg_Byrne, welcome to Alabama @KalenDeBoer… https://t.co/K18R8FZYdQ
— Matthew Travis (@MatthewJTravis_) January 13, 2024
Won't be easy
It is going to be tough following Nick Saban who went 201-29 at Alabama in 17 seasons but "Coach DeBoer" has a track record that indicates he may be successful. Roll Tide!
— Jeff C Fuller (@Mr_JeffCFuller) January 13, 2024
It's about more than just winning
I love how DeBoer said we will win with class & integrity ❤️ this is always my main concern that any new coach continues Coach Bryant’s legacy! #RollTide Let’s go!!
— Lala (@blaurentuck) January 13, 2024
Success continues
In DeBoer We Trust and all that WHITE NOISE coming from the Barners especially, absolutely IRRELEVANT thinking we’re going back to the Pre-Saban era. I have news for y’all that is NOT HAPPENING whatsoever #RollDamnTide
— Will Ward (@15_will) January 13, 2024
