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Nick Saban discusses departure from Michigan State in ESPN docuseries

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Nick Saban discusses departure from Michigan State in ESPN docuseries
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Nick Saban details his exit from Michigan State, where he coached from 1995 to 1999, in the ESPN docuseries 'Saban.' He recounts a contract dispute that led to his departure for LSU, where he signed a contract almost double his MSU salary. Saban expressed reluctance to leave MSU, but felt betrayed after being promised a raise that was not fulfilled. The docuseries reveals insights into his coaching journey, leading to eventual success at LSU and Alabama, where he won seven national championships.

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  • •Saban was head coach at Michigan State from 1995-1999.
  • •He left for LSU in 1999 due to a contract dispute.
  • •Saban won a national championship at LSU in 2003.
  • •He later won six championships with Alabama.
  • •The docuseries is now streaming on the ESPN app.
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  • 10:22 PMYahoo Sports — Nick Saban in ESPN docuseries: I left Michigan State over $100,000
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Nick Saban was head coach at Michigan State from 1995-99, leading the Spartans to a 9-2 season before leaving for LSU.

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