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Nick Saban Gets Brutally Honest About Struggling Big 12 Program With Ties to His Roots: “Get Things Straight”

Legendary coach Nick Saban, whose deep ties to West Virginia run through his upbringing and family history—including the tragic 1968 Consol No. 9 Mine disaster—offered blunt criticism of his alma mater’s struggling football program during a recent appearance.

The Mountaineers, despite moving the ball effectively, have been exposed by their porous defense, surrendering a combined 1,186 rushing yards and 86 points over two Big 12 games: 609 yards against Oklahoma State and 577 against Iowa State in a 45-42 loss. Saban’s assessment, delivered on *The Pat McAfee Show*, underscored a glaring issue: West Virginia’s offense may be productive, but their inability to stop opponents leaves them vulnerable before securing victories.

Head coach Rich Rodriguez echoed the concern, labeling the defense ‘atrocious’ after the Iowa State game and admitting frustration over the program’s failure to translate effort into results on the field.

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