Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer expressed his desire for the Crimson Tide to be the most hated team in college football. DeBoer made these comments at an event earlier this week, where he was informed that Alabama is currently the second-most hated team, behind the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

DeBoer stated, “We want to be the first, the most hated, and then we don’t have to say or defend anything.” He emphasized the importance of confidence and belief in the team, saying, “The fanbase has the confidence and belief going forward. It’s a little different in the world we’re in with so many new players.”

Building a Program

DeBoer discussed the challenges of building a program with many new players, saying, “We aren’t the only program – all these teams have a lot of turnover, change, and new faces – so as much as it’s different, you’ve got to try to build a program, but in the meantime, you’re trying to put a team together each and every year that you can be efficient in delivering the message.”

He also highlighted the importance of coaching and continuity, saying, “We’re coaching coaches to do things, we’re coaching players because it’s what they know that matters. That’s what we’ve got to get to.” DeBoer wants his team to have a high level of success, where players can feel confident in their abilities and make plays on the field.

Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.