Not conference championships. I do however think Saban could come close to 6 NC's, at this point in time. You never know what the future holds and/or what obstacles will be in front. I think in a way, the 4 game playoff will be an advantage. Just since the BCS, if it had been in place, Bama would have been alive and had a chance for 2 more titles, than it already played for.

As far as Bear, he was a master in his own right. Those saying he had an unfair advantage, is basically sour grapes. Everyone had the same advantage. Bear, like Saban, was just better at utilizing what was available. I also think he'd be just as successful today. One thing that made him so successful, was his ability to adapt and change. He wasn't set in his ways as far as types of offenses he would run. He was about what would be the most successful and give him the better advantage. In some respects, I think that keeps him above Saban in some coaching aspects.

eta- also add in the fact, it is pretty rare for a coach to have the tenure at a school to achieve all that Bear did. That is probably the biggest factor and hurdle for any coach now.

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Posted by dbt_Geaux_Tigers_196

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Posted on 7/1/12 at 11:03 pm to Alahunter

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I do however think Saban could come close to 6 NC's, at this point in time.

3 more in 5 - 8 years is certainly doable (I combine UA and LSU since this is SEC coach specific). Of course if this comes at LSU's expense (again) I hope not.