Overview

• McCarron said Alabama has less than $20 million in NIL resources compared with rivals he described at $40–50 million.
• Nick Saban previously outlined Alabama’s progression to roughly $20 million in NIL on the Pat McAfee Show.
• al.com notes overall athlete compensation is difficult to tally because it blends revenue sharing, collective payouts and individual deals.
• After a 31–17 loss to Florida State, McCarron criticized players’ effort and described a quiet sideline atmosphere.
• He also noted Kalen DeBoer’s reported $70 million buyout, arguing a coaching change is unlikely due to cost.