Unreleased Footage Shows Saban Informing Hurts of Bench Decision

WHO:

NY Post - Nick Saban, Jalen Hurts

Sportskeeda - Jalen Hurts, Nick Saban, Alabama football team

WHAT:

NY Post - Unreleased footage shows Nick Saban informing Jalen Hurts that he is benched during the national championship game.

Sportskeeda - Jalen Hurts played college football for three years at Alabama from 2016 to 2018 and was part of the team that won the national title in the 2017 season.

WHERE:

Sportskeeda - Alabama

WHEN:

Sportskeeda - The national championship game referenced took place in the 2017 season.

WHY:

Pro Football Network - Nick Saban praised Jalen Hurts for his commitment to Alabama after being benched for Tua Tagovailoa in the 2018 national championship comeback, stating, “That’s What He Should Be Recognized For.”

NY Post - Jalen Hurts expressed that he “can’t say that I was surprised” about being benched.

HOW:

NY Post - The footage reveals the moment Saban communicated the decision to Hurts.

Nick Saban recently praised Jalen Hurts for his dedication to Alabama, especially after he was benched for Tua Tagovailoa during the 2018 national championship comeback. Saban emphasized that Hurts' commitment to the team is what truly deserves recognition. This acknowledgment highlights the character and resilience Hurts displayed during a challenging time in his career.