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“How Dare You Not Play My Son?”: NFL WR’s Dad ‘Clashed’ With Nick Saban Before Forcing Son To Leave Alabama

An NFL wide receiver's father recently revealed that his own arrogance led to friction with Nick Saban and forced his son to exit the University of Alabama program. The parent admitted he bought into external media hype about his son becoming a top-tier pass catcher and grew enraged over a lack of playing time against the University of Georgia, prompting the departure despite the player wishing to stay.

Recruited as a four-star prospect in the 2020 class, the athlete initially earned praise from the coaching staff during fall camp for his consistency and lack of missed practice. Across the 2020 and 2021 campaigns, he appeared in 18 total contests for the Crimson Tide, recording nine receptions for 116 yards and a single touchdown before ultimately moving on from the team.

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