He is no longer a head football coach in the Southeastern Conference, but Nick Saban has not left the SEC completely.

The former University of Alabama coach won the Icon Award at the ESPY's on Thursday via ESPN.

Saban now has his attention on next week as he will be a contributing analyst for SEC Media Days in Dallas, Texas. SEC Network announced the news as Saban will be a part of an extensive broadcast lineup at the Omni Hotel for four days. The event starts Monday, July 15 and goes to Thursday, July 18. Alabama football, under new head coach Kalen DeBoer, speaks on Wednesday.

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Crimson Tide fans are excited to listen to the gems Saban will provide on the ESPN set.

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