Nick Saban discussed the fact each of the four remaining College Football Playoff teams are coached by one of his former assistants.

Alabama's Paul "Bear" Bryant, left, and Nick Saban are arguably the two greatest coaches in college football history. (AL.com s) Creg Stephenson/[email protected] It’s been widely written (including on this site) that all four head coaches in this week’s College Football Playoff semifinals were once assistants at Alabama under Nick Saban.

The Crimson Tide were a controversial playoff selection after their 28-7 loss to Georgia in the SEC title game, but at the time, Herbstreit defended the CFP committee's decision to include 9-3 Alabama over two-loss teams like the BYU Cougars and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Even opinionated ESPN personality Paul Finebaum, who has repeatedly cast doubt on the validity of Indiana's undefeated season and status as a true national title contender, is changing his tune. Appearing on SportsCenter on Monday, Finebaum was asked how Indiana has suddenly become a college football power.

The Crimson Tide seek revenge after their November loss to the Sooners as they meet again in the first round of the College Football Playoff at 8 p.m. ET tonight. Here's how to watch for free.

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