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Alabama players got hyped when they saw Kalen DeBoer in rare moment vs. UGA: “He’s going to protect us.”

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Alabama fans are not use to a calm coach, especially after 17 years of Nick Saban’s emotional swings.

Kalen DeBoer is known for his even-keeled presence, but he gave Crimson Tide supporters a moment of fiery passion on the sideline last week against Georgia. Germie Bernard, a wide receiver for the Tide, was interfered with on a play from a Bulldogs defensive back. No penalty was called and DeBoer started losing it at the officiating crew. He is a mild-mannered coach, yet he wanted to make a statement in that moment. Alabama earned a 41-34 victory over Georgia and DeBoer mentioned in his post game presser that his demeanor in that situation was him ‘fighting for his team.