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South Alabama Coach Kane Wommack Resigns, Likely Becomes Alabama's Defensive Coordinator

New Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer gives his introductory speech during an NCAA college football press conference at Bryant-Denny Stadium, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. DeBoer is repla

South Alabama coach Kane Wommack has officially announced his resignation, indicating that he is on the verge of becoming the defensive coordinator for new Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer. The two professionals have a history of working together, having served as assistants at Indiana under Tom Allen in 2019. DeBoer held the position of offensive coordinator while Wommack was the defensive coordinator at the time.

According to a source familiar with the negotiations, Alabama is currently finalizing the deal with Wommack. However, specific contract details are still being ironed out, and the hiring is subject to university approval. While the official announcement is yet to be made, it seems highly likely that Wommack will join DeBoer's coaching staff in Alabama.

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