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Nick Saban Says NIL ‘Hurt the SEC a Little Bit,’ Helped Northern Schools

Saban believes NIL and player payments have “maybe hurt the SEC a little bit” while helping northern schools. Speaking on The Pat McAfee Show, Saban said, “Kids aren’t growing up wanting to go to Alabama or Georgia anymore—they go where they’ll be paid most.” The ex-Alabama coach added that modern players “aren’t as passionate or committed” as before.