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REPORT: Alabama defensive coordinator Kevin Steele plans to retire

Originally posted on Touchdown Alabama Magazine
By Patrick Dowd | Last updated Jan 8, 2024 9:31 PM ET

Just one week after the conclusion of the 2023 season, Alabama will be entering another coaching search for a major position on its staff.

According to a report from ESPN’s Chris Low, the Crimson Tide’s defensive coordinator Kevin Steele plans to retire from coaching.

Veteran DC Kevin Steele, who just completed his third different stint at @AlabamaFTBL under Nick Saban, plans to retire from coaching, sources tell ESPN. Steele, who turns 66 in March, has spent 40 years in coaching, 12 as a DC, and was a finalist for the Broyles Award in 2017.

— Chris Low (@ClowESPN) January 9, 2024

This past season was Steele’s third different stint at Alabama to go with his 40 years in coaching at spots that include Tennessee, New Mexico State, Oklahoma State, Nebraska, Baylor, Florida State, Clemson, LSU, Auburn and Miami. He also spent time in the NFL with the Carolina Panthers.

This article first appeared on Touchdown Alabama Magazine and was syndicated with permission.

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