The retirement of a coaching legend always leaves a void, and in the world of college football, few departures have loomed larger than Nick Saban’s from Alabama. FOX Nation’s new six-part docuseries, “The Tides That Bind: Inside Alabama Football,” premiering Wednesday February 19, takes a look into the Crimson Tide’s first season grappling with Saban’s absence.
With unrestricted access, the series follows players like Malachi Moore, Jalen Milroe, and Ryan Williams, along with new coach Kalen DeBoer, as they handle the pressure of maintaining Alabama’s storied legacy. From spring training through the postseason, viewers witness the team confronting adversity, including a shocking loss to Vanderbilt and dealing with the intense scrutiny that comes with being a member of the Crimson Tide. The series also revisits the whirlwind 49 hours between Saban’s retirement and DeBoer’s appointment, revealing the behind-the-scenes scramble to maintain the program’s stability.
The episodic structure offers a thematic exploration of the season’s key moments. The premiere, “Faith,” centers on a crucial victory over Georgia. Subsequent episodes tackle “The Standard,” “Accountability,” “Genesis,” “Family,” and “Forever Young,” each focusing on specific challenges and triumphs. The series culminates with the emotional rollercoaster of the Iron Bowl against Auburn, capping off a season of transition and redefinition for Alabama football.
“The Tides That Bind: Inside Alabama Football” is a WAVELENGTH production in association with WALK-ON MEDIA and Caleb Castille, in partnership with RANGE SPORTS. Executive producers include Jenifer Westphal, Joe Plummer, Seth Carter, Steph Higgs Carter, Caleb Castille, Patrick Feldman, JP Hughes, and John Henion, who also directs.
