During Alabama’s first news conference of the 2019 season head coach, Nick Saban took to the podium to discuss a number of topics related to the players/coaches. But until last night getting asked about former Ohio State assistant Zach Smith was probably not on his mind.
Yesterday public records were released regarding text messages between Urban Meyer and an unknown recipient about Smiths potential departure to Alabama.
“Zach Smith was offered wr/passing coord at Alabama. Went there to talk to Saban,” read Meyer’s text message. “At first thought maybe he should go then decided that all effort I’ve put (into) him and it’s Alabama.