Tim Tebow, a former formidable adversary of Nick Saban during his tenure at Alabama, is extending warm wishes to the legendary coach in his retirement. Saban, a dominant figure at Alabama, faced tough battles against Tebow’s Florida Gators, especially in the SEC Championship game in 2008.
In a classy message shared on social media, Tebow expressed his admiration for Saban’s consistent success, adaptability, and leadership on and off the field. Despite being fierce opponents, Tebow acknowledged Saban’s toughness as a coach and his dedication to championing excellence.
Through the battles against each other and through the years watching you, you’ve adapted, grown and won so consistently, leading young men through the highs and lows, wins and losses. pic.twitter.com/6tiSgKGC5g
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) January 11, 2024
“Thanks for being a tough opponent and a tougher coach, championing excellence on and off the field, and in lives of generations to come. Congrats on an amazing career Coach Saban,” Tebow wrote.
Tebow’s final collegiate season aligned with Alabama’s first championship under Saban in 2009, marking the beginning of Saban’s remarkable legacy of six national titles with the Crimson Tide.