Alabama has officially hired Ryan Grubb as their Offensive Coordinator.

This time, it is official, Ryan Grubb will be the next offensive coordinator for Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Alabama fans are already familiar with Grubb as he accepted the OC role last January after DeBoer took over in Tuscaloosa, but bolted after just a few days to accept the OC role with the Seattle Seahawks. Grubb’s stint in the NFL was not overly successful as he was let go after just one year, despite winning 10 games.

DeBoer got his first head coaching opportunity with Sioux Falls in South Dakota in 2005 before brining Grubb in as an Offensive Line Coach/Running Game Coordinator in 2007. The two have since made stops together at Eastern Michigan, Fresno State, Washington and now Alabama.

Grubb was a huge piece in helping DeBoer getting Washington to a national title two seasons ago, and is immediately one of the best OC’s in college.

DeBoer said of Grubb this morning,

“Ryan Grubb has been someone that I have trusted for a long time and adding him to our staff only improved the quality of coaches we have here at Alabama. He is one of the best offensive minds in the country, and I can’t wait to see what he brings to out organization moving forward.”

Nick Sheridan, the Crimson Tide’s OC in 2024, will stay on the staff although his role is still a bit unclear.

The University of Alabama has officially announced the hiring of Ryan Grubb as its new offensive coordinator. Head coach Kalen DeBoer expressed his confidence in Grubb, stating, “Ryan Grubb has been someone that I have trusted for a long time and adding him to our staff only improves the quality of coaches we have here at Alabama.”

Grubb’s coaching career spans over two decades, during which he has held various positions, including offensive coordinator roles at both collegiate and professional levels. Most recently, he served as the offensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks during the 2024-25 NFL season. Under his leadership, the Seahawks’ offense ranked fifth in the NFL for passing yards, with quarterback Geno Smith setting franchise records for passing yards, completions, and completion percentage.

Prior to his tenure with the Seahawks, Grubb was the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at the University of Washington from 2022 to 2023. In 2023, he played a pivotal role in guiding the Huskies to the College Football Playoff National Championship. His mentorship helped quarterback Michael Penix Jr. earn the Maxwell Award, with Penix Jr. throwing for 4,903 yards and 36 touchdowns that season.

Grubb’s association with Coach DeBoer dates back to their time at the University of Sioux Falls, where they collaborated to secure two NAIA national championships. Their professional relationship continued at Eastern Michigan University and later at Fresno State, where Grubb served in various offensive coaching capacities.

Expressing his enthusiasm about reuniting with DeBoer at Alabama, Grubb stated, “I know and trust that this group of coaches and players will work tirelessly to meet the standard that has been set here at Alabama, and I can’t wait to get out on the field with them.”

Grubb’s extensive experience and proven track record are anticipated to significantly enhance Alabama’s offensive strategies in the upcoming seasons.