Tim Brando unleashes latest rant about Nick Saban and the media

Tim Brando has offered a scathing evaluation of Alabama head coach Nick Saban as well as the sports media landscape as a whole.

The FOX Sports broadcaster took to Twitter to address both topics in the wake of Alabama’s loss to Texas in Week 2.

Brando criticizes the media for coddling Saban over the years, while also being critical of fans only seeing the good in the legendary coach.

One caveat to Mr. Miller’s rant. The media in general terms will never and I repeat NEVER criticize Nick. Stupid? Yeah, because Saban’s got thick enough skin, but he’s an intimidator and they’re scared. As for fans, they can’t help themselves Saban’s God! Nick dismissed the…

— Tim Brando (@TimBrando) September 11, 2023

Brando added that Saban is posturing when he claims to be an advocate for NIL and the transfer portal but doesn’t believe the Crimson Tide coach is losing his edge on the field.

When I’m asked, “has the game passed Nick by” another stupid embrace debate kind of question that dominates today in daytime cable television. No, Nick is sharp and still loves what he does. He’s playing a role however when he says he’s all for NIL, and the portal. His actions…

— Tim Brando (@TimBrando) September 11, 2023

Saban and No. 10 Alabama will aim to bounce back in Week 3 during a matchup at South Florida.