Nick Saban is no stranger to making waves, and his recent visit to LSU’s campus was no exception. Speaking to LSU’s women’s basketball team, the legendary Crimson Tide coach showed his trademark competitive spirit, sharing that while he supports LSU—it’s only when they’re not facing Alabama.
“I appreciate having the opportunity to talk to you guys,” Saban said in a video shared by the team on November 8. “I still root for LSU, all the time. Except when they play Alabama.”
In true Saban fashion, he didn’t hold back, honoring LSU’s athletic program but making his loyalties crystal clear. The visit had fans questioning LSU’s motives, especially with head football coach Brian Kelly’s comments to Paul Finebaum about “keeping friends close and enemies closer.”
Whether a harmless joke or a strategic move, Saban’s remarks have stirred excitement ahead of the Week 11 LSU-Alabama rivalry. As Saban still holds an advisory role at Alabama, some are calling it a “reverse rat poison” moment from LSU, bringing extra tension to the already high-stakes matchup.
