(AP / Butch Dill )
Alabama Coach Nick Saban complimented Ole Miss Coach Lane Kiffin, formerly his offensive coordinator with the Crimson Tide, on Wednesday at SEC Media Days in Hoover, Ala. Saban pointed to Kiffin for his changes in offensive philosophy in recent years. (AP/Butch Dill)
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama coach Nick Saban will make $11.5 million in the final year under a new eight-year contract that's worth at least $84.8 million.
The university released details Monday of Saban's previously announced deal, after the board of trustees' compensation committee formally approved it.
Saban, who has won a record seven national championships, is set to make $8.