Kalen DeBoer Addresses Rumors, Speculation About Interest In Michigan Job

TUSCALOOSA, AL — Alabama football head coach Kalen DeBoer on Sunday dismissed speculation linking him to the vacant head coaching position at Michigan.

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In a statement released by UA's NIL collective Yea Alabama, DeBoer said he and his family are “very happy in Tuscaloosa” and reiterated his commitment to the Crimson Tide as the team prepare for their College Football Playoff semifinal matchup against Oklahoma.

Michigan’s head coaching job opened last week with the firing of Sherrone Moore for having an inappropriate relationship with a UM staffer. Moore was also charged with stalking and home invasion.

“My family and I are very happy in Tuscaloosa and remain extremely grateful for the support of President [Peter] Mohler, [Director of Athletics] Greg Byrne, the board and so many others,” DeBoer said. “We have an incredible opportunity in front of us, so my sole focus is on Alabama football and our preparations to play Oklahoma in the College Football Playoff.”

DeBoer, 51, is in his second season at Alabama, has led the Tide to a 19-7 record, along with securing his first appearance in the Southeastern Conference title game and a berth in the College Football Playoff.

“I have not spoken and have no interest in speaking with anyone else about any other job,” DeBoer said. “I am fully committed to this program and look forward to continuing as the head football coach at the University of Alabama.”

Alabama will face Oklahoma in the semifinal round on Friday in Norman, with the winner facing Indiana and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day.

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