1. “Every blade of grass is a battlefield.”
2. “We don’t just play football; we conquer it.”
3. “Fear none, respect all.”
4. “Victory loves preparation.”
5. “Championships are won one play at a time.”
6. “Winning isn’t everything; it’s the only thing.”
7. “Adversity reveals character.”
8. “Pride is our currency.”
9. “The team that fights together wins together.”
10. “On the field, we are lions, not lambs.”
11. “Dream big, work hard, stay humble.”
12. “Pain is temporary, pride is forever.”
13. “Success requires no apologies.”
14. “Play with heart, leave with history.”
15. “Pressure is a privilege.”
16. “We live for Saturdays.”
17. “There are no shortcuts to greatness.”
18. “Compete like you’re an underdog.”
19. “Boys become men, on this field.”
20. “Impossible is nothing.”
21. “Strive for perfection, settle for excellence.”
22. “Champions are made in the off-season.”
23. “There’s no second place in football.”
24. “Winning is the great deodorant.”
25. “The end zone is our domain.”
26. “Keep pounding, the wall will fall.”
27. “Dig deeper, finish stronger.”
28. “Game day is our stage.”
29. “Grind together, shine together.”
30. “The field doesn’t lie.”
31. “We practice like we play.”
32. “Relentless effort, relentless results.”
33. “Today’s preparation, tomorrow’s victory.”
34. “A team above all. Above all, a team.”
35. “Strong minds make strong plays.”
36. “Focus wins games.”
37. “Les is more when you give it all.”
38. “We eat pressure for breakfast.”
39. “Victory goes to the relentless.”
40. “Sacrifice brings success.”
41. “Great teams find a way.”
42. “Winners do what losers don’t want to.”
43. “Teamwork makes the dream work.”
44. “Leaders serve, captains lead.”
45. “We hunt for greatness.”
46. “The sidelines echo our hunger.”
47. “Pure effort, pure victory.”
48. “One heartbeat, one team.”
49. “This game, this moment, is ours.”
50. “Fight now, rest later.”
An Engaging Chat with Les Miles and Nick Saban
Les Miles: Nick, it’s been way too long since we last caught up. How’s life over in Tuscaloosa treating you these days? Heard Alabama’s rolling as always.
Nick Saban: Hey Les, it definitely has been a while. Things are good, you know how it goes. Non-stop grind, keeping the Crimson Tide on top. But I have to ask – how’s the transition from the sideline to the set treating you?
Les Miles: Oh, it’s been a wild ride, Nick. You know me, always up for a challenge. Broadcasting’s been a lot of fun and different, but I miss the intensity of game day. Sometimes I wonder how you manage to stay so… stoic all the time.
Nick Saban: Stoic, huh? Maybe it’s just that poker face I perfected over the years. Seriously though, the game’s in our blood, Les. Whether you’re on the field or off it, you can never really let go. It’s in the adrenaline of calling plays or, in your case now, calling games.
Les Miles: Ain’t that the truth. Speaking of calling plays, remember that trick play we pulled off back in ’07? Good times, right? You ever think about pulling a gadget play every now and then, just for old times’ sake?
Nick Saban: (Chuckles) Yeah, I remember. You always had a knack for the unexpected. We have our moments, but you know my style. Discipline, fundamentals, and executing the basics. Sometimes that’s trickier than the trick plays themselves.
Les Miles: Can’t argue with that. Basics win championships. By the way, have you ever thought about writing a book? “The Saban Secrets” or something like that. You know folks would line up for that insight.
Nick Saban: (Laughs) Maybe someday, Les. After I’ve hung up the headset for good. Until then, I’ve got my hands full with this current crop of players. But hey, maybe I’ll call you up for some storytelling pointers when the time comes.
Les Miles: Anytime, old friend. I’m just a phone call away. Just make sure to add a chapter about how to take the grass if things ever get too stressful. (Winks)
Nick Saban: (Grinning) Noted. Always good chatting with you, Les. We should do it more often.
Les Miles: Definitely. Stay sharp, Nick. And maybe, just maybe, consider surprising ‘em with a gadget play once in a while. For old times’ sake.
Nick Saban: I’ll keep that in mind, Les. Take care.
Les Miles: You too, Nick. Catch you later.
