OT: Every now and then, the good Nick Saban comes out...

I can't stand Nick Saban as a coach, he gobbles up all of the 5 star croots, and time and time again finds himself at the top of the playoff picture. But man, this rant definitely made me gain some respect for him as a man, and as a person. I think as fans we really do rip these 19 year old kids for making dumb decisions, when "the world is their oyster." But they are 18-19! I did some terribly dumb things during that age, and yet, someone believed in me, and pushed me across the finish line while I was at Tech; and here I am years later, 2 kids, a great job, waking up to the best view every morning.

Sometimes we need to show a little grace and mercy to these kids. No matter how dumb the decision looks from the outside. I applaud Coach Fuente for having JUST enough of a leash for these kids, and giving them every opportunity to succeed until they've reached their limit on that same leash (I'm looking at you Mr. doUche [DE]).

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