Good stuff. Tide fans already knew this.
Steve Spurrier went so far as to call Saban the “greatest recruiter in the history of college football,” during SEC media days in 2014. “As long as they can recruit like that they’re always going to be the favorites.”
Few would argue against that, but what isn’t commonly mentioned is how Saban’s far-ranging influence has affected the recruiting and player evaluation landscape as a whole.
Specifically, he essentially created a player personnel department, similar to what many NFL teams have, pinpointing what Alabama coverts at each position. It’s worked so well, scores of college football programs are desperately trying to copy it.
With every major decision he makes, Saban considers the impact.
It’s the real reason why Alabama built a new weight room that’s the envy of even NFL teams. It’s why the football building has been renovated so many times and is currently adding a new dining facility (after the NCAA decided to allow unlimited meals for athletes). It’s a big part of every staff move.
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