Nick Saban's daughter fires back after her father receives criticism over Jaylen Waddle comments

In the aftermath of a devastating injury, Alabama coach Nick Saban received some strong criticism for a comment he made on CBS.

When discussing the season-ending injury to Jaylen Waddle, Saban noted that the Crimson Tide standout ideally would not have been returning the opening kickoff.

“I hate it that [Waddle] gets hurt on a play like that. Not supposed to bring a ball out when he’s that deep in the end zone,” Saban said.

On social media, there was instant criticism of Saban’s “not supposed to bring a ball out” comment.

Saban does not tweet statements (official or Notes screenshots) as he’s not active on social media. His daughter, however, is quite active and engaged with the Alabama football community. On Sunday, Kristen Saban Setas responded in three tweets (one tweet has been deleted). She called the criticism “disappointing” and “ridiculous,” sharing that Saban is “absolutely devastated” about Waddle’s injury.

Seeing people on here saying my dad doesn’t care about JW and his players when they’re hurt is really disappointing. His body language and tone is hard to read, but he is absolutely devastated. He’s just as sad and upset as the rest of us.

— KRISTEN SABAN SETAS (@KristenSabanS) October 25, 2020

And the fact that I have to come on here and remind people this, is ridiculous. He treats his players like his sons. I know it and you know it.

— KRISTEN SABAN SETAS (@KristenSabanS) October 25, 2020