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Nate Oats Stays Put at Alabama | Birmingham News
Nate Oats is staying put at Alabama, shutting down rumors he’s eyeing the Michigan job — even citing his massive buyout as proof he’s locked in. After turning down offers from Kentucky and North Carolina, Oats, now in his eighth season, is one of the SEC’s most tenured coaches — second only to Rick Barnes. His loyalty, combined with Alabama’s recent contract rework for both him and football coach Kalen DeBoer, signals a bold bet on homegrown success. With multiple SEC titles and NCAA Tournament runs already under his belt, Oats isn’t just staying — he’s building toward a national championship…
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