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A Star Is Born, And So Is A Money

Posted August 09, 2012 on alabama.scout.com
PLAYERS: Bill Belichick
TEAMS: New England Patriots
If Nick Saban had never met Bill Belichick, Saban would be an outstanding football coach. It is obvious, though, that Saban has taken much from his time as an assistant to Belichick. One of those things is the designation of players in nickel and dime situations.
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