Nick Saban is 74 years old as of 2026. He was born on October 31, 1951, which makes him 74 today.[6][8]
Latest news notes:
- In early 2024, reports cited his age (72) and health considerations as factors in his retirement discussion, though he remained connected to Alabama later that year and into 2025, with continued discussions about longevity in coaching.[2][7]
- Throughout 2024–2025, coverage highlighted that Saban publicly referenced his age and the demanding nature of coaching as reasons for considering retirement, while also noting his recent contract extensions and ongoing coaching status.[7][9][10][2]
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Alabama coach Nick Saban, 70, reiterated that he still plans on coaching as long as the Crimson Tide will have him: "First of all, I feel like a young man."
www.espn.comThe 72-year-old said he was considering retirement for the past year
www.cbssports.comThe Alabama Crimson Tide are on a bye this week, which coincidentally falls on head coach Nick Saban's birthday. How old is the legendary sideline boss?
fansided.comNick Saban, whose full name is Nicholas Lou Saban Jr., was born on October 31, 1951, making him 72 years old as of January 2024. Saban is a former American football coach who last served as the head football coach at the University of Alabama from 2007 to 2023. Throughout his illustrious career, Saban has become widely
fanarch.comNick Saban cited his age and health concerns to his Alabama team when explaining his bombshell decision to retire, according to multiple sources.
www.sportsbusinessjournal.comOne of the highest paid and most successful coaches in collegiate football history, he led LSU to a National Championship in 2003 and Alabama to National Championships in 2009, 2011, 2012, 2015 and 2017.
www.famousbirthdays.comSaban spoke with "SportsCenter" about his decision to retire at age 72
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www.on3.comPaul Finebaum discussed the age of Nick Saban, giving a timetable for the Alabama legend's retirement and his future.
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