Alabama defensive coordinator Kevin Steele is retiring, according to a report from ESPN’s Chris Low on Monday night.
Steele turns 66 in March, and spent 40 years coaching college football.
With Steele out of the fold, all eyes are on head coach Nick Saban as he looks to replace his defensive coordinator. Saban-coached defenses have been a significant reason for Alabama’s six national championships since he took over as head coach, and the next hire will be important.