India, Aug. 31 -- Head coach Kalen DeBoer is facing fire calls after the Alabama Crimson Tide's shocking loss to Florida State on Saturday. The opening-season loss comes after DeBoer recorded a 9-4 first-year campaign at Alabama. Now, fans and analysts are unhappy with the coach, and questions about his contract details and buyout have surfaced.

Contract Details and Buyout

DeBoer signed an eight-year, $87 million deal with Alabama, approved on March 19, 2024, running through December 31, 2031.

His base salary began at $10 million in 2024, increasing by $250,000 annually to $11.75 million in the final year.

For the 2025 season, his total compensation is $10.25 million. If fired without cause, DeBoer is entitled to 90% of his remaining ...