Saban interviewed about Kiffin, Steele, Thompson at Senior Bowl

Interesting comments regarding Steele and Thompson, as well as some noncommittal comments on Kiffin's future. Sorry if from Germany, I did use the search function.

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Is Lane Kiffin committed to Alabama for next season?

"All of our coaches at this time of year have opportunities. I think guys work hard so that they can get opportunities. So if there are better opportunities that serve them better professionally we are very supportive of our guys getting promotions. Doing those types of things, I can't say that right now because I know Lane is committed to us right now and he is doing the best he can to help us recruit and do the things that we need to do to have a better team next year. We are hopeful that that will continue."

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What made Steele a good coach to you?

“Coach Steele really does a great job as a teacher, really does a good job with the players. I think he relates well with the players. He’s got a wealth of knowledge and experience in several different schemes and systems. He did a fantastic job for us, both as a coach, a teacher and a recruiter and was very, very professional in everything he does. He certainly handled this situation and this opportunity in a first-class way, and we certainly appreciate the great job that he did for us.”

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Sounds like CNS really respects Steele. I've heard him mention in other interviews that Steele is a great teacher.

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What’s your reaction to Thompson going across the state to Auburn?

“We’ve had several opportunities and given Lance several opportunities through the years and this same circumstance has occurred several times before. I can’t really tell you why coaches do what they do, and I think the best thing you can do is ask him, not me. We’ll do the best we can to find the best replacement for him. They guy did a good job for us when he was with us and we wish him well. We’ve always wished him well. We’ll continue to try to have the best program we can have for our players and get the best teachers and coaches for our players.”

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For those who don't know, there were rumors surrounding Thompson hooking up with coeds before leaving last time for UT. Same circumstance occurred several times before?