Nick Saban, the legendary former head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, has been drawn into the whirlwind of speculation surrounding Deion Sanders and the Dallas Cowboys. However, Saban has made his stance crystal clear: he has no interest in stepping on Jerry Jones‘ toes or disrupting the Cowboy owner’s football empire.

During a recent conversation with The Pat McAfee Show, Saban praised Sanders for the remarkable turnaround he’s orchestrated at the Colorado Buffaloes, emphasizing Sanders’ leadership, charisma, and ability to motivate players. “Deion’s done an outstanding job,” Saban remarked, underscoring the unique energy Sanders brings to any team.

While Jones has remained tight-lipped about any future coaching changes in Dallas, Sanders‘ name has frequently been floated as a potential replacement for Mike McCarthy should the Cowboys stumble this season. Saban diplomatically deflected questions about any direct connection between Sanders and the Cowboys, but his respect for “Coach Prime” was evident.

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“Deion has all the tools to succeed anywhere he goes,” Saban said. “He’s proven he can take a team and instill belief.”

Sanders, whose Hall of Fame career included a stint with the Cowboys, has openly spoken about his deep ties to Dallas, leaving fans and analysts alike to speculate whether he could one day return to lead “America’s Team.”

Saban, however, was quick to distance himself from meddling in Jones’ business. “That’s Jerry’s team, and he’s always done what’s best for it,” Saban noted, reinforcing the importance of staying in one’s lane.

For now, the spotlight remains on Sanders and his meteoric rise in the coaching world. Whether that path eventually leads to the Cowboys remains a tantalizing question for fans.