# HARD TRUTH: Why Critics Are ATTACKING Nick Saban, Alabama Football

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Podcast: [Cover Crimson Podcast Network](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cover-crimson-podcast-network-6596578)
Published: 2026-06-04T13:34:24+00:00
Episode link: https://nextroundlive.com/
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## Resource

Alabama Football saw a tremendous amount of success under former head coach Nick Saban, but after he testified before congress on Wednesday, the critics have been out in full force. Cover Crimson host Clint Lamb explains why. Plus, your comments and questions.

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