re: Saban says 3 players pouted all year so weren’t ready to help in the National Championship

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unable to give the same number of reps to the backups

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Good post.

But, I also think Saban's point was there were a handful of players that didn't get more reps because of their attitudes during the season. When injuries and moments gave them the opportunity, they didn't play to the levels of their egos because they didn't put the work in during the season to be ready for the moment.

Say what you want, but managing egos and uber-talented rosters is only going to get more difficult.

Over the years, that is where Saban has really set himself apart with all of the talent he brings in year after year.

A 2-3 year span of greatness with a couple great classes is one thing. Sustaining that success much beyond that is another.