Kalen DeBoer ranks fourth among SEC head coaches for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Kalen DeBoer of Alabama is ranked as the fourth-best head coach in the SEC heading into the 2026 season, according to On3's Chris Low. DeBoer, who led Alabama to a College Football Playoff appearance and victory in 2025, faces high expectations this year. He is positioned behind Kirby Smart of Georgia, Steve Sarkisian of Texas, and Lane Kiffin of LSU. DeBoer aims to build on his success and has young talent at his disposal in Tuscaloosa. There is potential for a higher ranking if Alabama exceeds expectations this season.
- •DeBoer enters his third season at Alabama
- •He led the team to its first CFP appearance post-Saban
- •The ranking is his highest among SEC coaches
- •Expectations are high following last season's success
- •Alabama has a strong roster of young talent
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Where Alabama's Kalen DeBoer sits in SEC head coach rankings
"Alabama's Kalen DeBoer enters his third season in Tuscaloosa coming off a College Football Playoff appearance in 2025.
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