Gene Chizik and Roman Harper Criticize Kalen DeBoer at SEC Media Days

Former Alabama coach Gene Chizik and former defensive back Roman Harper joined The Paul Finebaum Show during the 2026 SEC Media Days to weigh in on head coach Kalen DeBoer’s early‑season strategy. Harper argued that DeBoer’s preparation for the SEC kickoff appeared lacking, urging a stronger emphasis on defensive discipline.

Chizik added that the coach should revisit his program to ensure Alabama maintains its historic competitive standards.