re: Offensive vs Defensive "Minded" head coach

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Still believe defense is the way to go, but the offensive guys definitely make things more fun to watch. Both Bama & UGA typically have great offenses, but HCs that are defense centric.

The game became more offensive focused and Saban recognized the balance had to change. Bama shifted gears, went away from game manager QBs, and started putting up massive yards/ points.

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I'm not sure this was as strategic or intentional as most people think. I give Saban all the credit in the world for brining in Kiffin/Sark and changing the offense, but loosing Kirby definitely impacted the defense (and thus the overall philosophy) ....and as more time goes by....the more you can see it. They still have the same caliber athletes, but the defensive results aren't the same.

Point being, I think Bama would still look a little more like the Bama of old if Kirby was still there. With Kirby gone, Saban continued to allow OCs to open up the offense more.