Nick Saban’s daughter-in-law pens down uplifting birthday wish for Kristen Saban - “Can't wait to frolic together”

The Rose Bowl is around the corner with Nick Saban's family extending their support for Alabama in the College Football Playoff semifinal against the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines.

Nick Saban's daughter Kristen, who has already touched down in Los Angeles, is celebrating her birthday in the city with Saban's daughter-in-law, Samira.

Taking to Instagram, Samira posted a story, wishing Kristen a happy birthday as she turns 29.

"Happy birthday to this queen, LYLAS can't wait to frolic together all day today @kristensabansetas"

Screenshot via Instagram (@smearrrrrr)

Nick Saban not happy with recruiting practices

Alabama coach Nick Saban isn’t a fan of the NIL era and the changing dynamics of college football recruiting. As he prepares for the CFP semifinal against the Michigan Wolverines, Saban appeared on "The Pat McAfee Show" to address concerns about the impact of new NIL rules on player commitments.

Co-host Ty Schmit asked Saban about the challenges presented by recruits who verbally commit but later backtrack. In reply, Saban said,

“I think there is one sort of factor involved in recruiting now that did not use to be involved in recruiting, and that's the whole concept of, I don't want to say it is pay for play, but name, image and likeness has turned into something very similar to that.”

He outlined contrasting player motives, with some prioritizing personal and academic development, while others focus on maximizing their deals. Saban stressed the importance of distinguishing between committed players seeking a holistic experience and those merely chasing the best financial offer.

“You have to be aware of, you know, which guys are solid, which guys are coming here for the reasons that you really recruited them, which was to create value for their future and try to allow them to have a really good quality of life while they're doing that,” Saban said.

Nonetheless, the opportunity to play under Nick Saban has its appeal. This is evident by the fact that Bama already has 23 players committing for the class of 2024 in the early signing period.