Following a big day of COVID news around the SEC, Alabama head coach Nick Saban has now tested positive for COVID-19 this afternoon. The University announced the news early on Wednesday evening.
Alabama HC Nick Saban tested positive for COVID-19, per the school.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 14, 2020
Alabama AD Greg Byrne also tested positive. Offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian has taken over game prep for the week, while Saban works from home. As things currently stand, Sarkisian’s name could be called on Saturday to fill in on the sidelines for Saban.