Nick Saban Reflects on Leaving LSU as His Biggest Career Mistake

The legendary coach admits his jump to the NFL hindered LSU's growth while shaping his own legacy in college football.

Nick Saban, widely regarded as one of the greatest college football coaches, called leaving LSU for the Miami Dolphins his 'biggest professional mistake.'
Saban explained that while he enjoyed coaching in the NFL, he realized he preferred the developmental aspects of college football.
His decision to leave LSU came after winning a national championship, but his two-year stint in Miami resulted in a 15-17 record.
Sports commentators have noted the irony of Saban both elevating LSU's football program and potentially limiting its long-term potential by departing.
Saban's eventual move to Alabama led to unprecedented success, including six national titles, cementing his legacy as a coaching icon.