The Wait is Over

More than a smirk or a grin, the media finally catches Nick Saban with a full fledged smile across his face.

Alabama head coach Nick Saban holds up the Coaches' Trophy. Alabama beat Texas 37-21 in the BCS title game on Thursday in Pasadena.

Now Saban officially gets his statue along the Walk of Champions next to Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa.

Here's a look at the area included in a story I did earlier this fall on the shadow of Bear Bryant hanging over the program.

You'll also like:

1. Alabama Crimson Tide: National Championship Celebration
2. Bear Bryant’s Legacy in Alabama
3. Nick Saban Convinced the Jets to Sign Jason Taylor
4. Shula gets his statue before Saban
5. Bama vs. UT: Captain Mike