Assuming all the frequently reported, new Alabama football hires are correct, Nick Saban has already infused his staff with four new hires. New for the Crimson Tide offense are Steve Sarkisian and Kyle Flood. On defense, Saban has added Sal Sunseri and Charles Kelly.
The biggest staffing question remaining unanswered is the Defensive Coordinator position. It is generally believed Pete Golding will at least be a co-DC. Nick Saban is believed to highly value Golding’s coaching skills. Numerous insider reports state midway during last season, defensive play-calling was mostly turned over to Golding. Admittedly, some Alabama football fans find no reassurance Golding was making calls while the Sooners and Clemson ran up massive yards.