Kane Wommack is the new defensive coordinator at Alabama with the long-reported move made official on Monday.

Most recently the head coach at South Alabama, Wommack joins the Crimson Tide as a major piece of Kalen DeBoer’s initial staff at Alabama. Wommack will also coach inside linebackers in addition to his role as DC.

“Growing up in the SEC, you know what it means to play football in Tuscaloosa,” Wommack said via press release. “Watching Alabama football from the outside, it was always impressive and intimidating, and you always want to be part of something truly special. The standard that Alabama has established is impressive, and we are excited to be the next group that gets to build upon that legacy. Having this opportunity with a friend like Kalen DeBoer, who I know, trust and believe in, makes it all the sweeter, and we are certainly excited to be in Tuscaloosa.”

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Most recently, Wommack produced a 22-16 record at South Alabama while leading the Jaguars to back-to-back bowl games. He also has 6 years of experience as a DC at 3 different programs, including 2 seasons at Indiana.

“Building a staff is so critical to your success as a head coach and Kane Wommack is a key piece to what we are working to accomplish at Alabama,” DeBoer said. “He is one of the best defensive minds in college football. Kane will play a huge role in helping us build the kind of culture that is required to win football games.”

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