Nicholas Saban is the older brother of Kristen Saban with whom he spent his childhood. "In a moment of frustration, I let my anger get the best of me and acted before thinking. Among them, the daughter of Alabama head coach Nick Saban. Notre Dame players huddle before the game. By: Phil Harrison, Records Ohio State 17-4 (11-4), Penn State 7-10 (4-9) Broadcast, TV, Game Time Date: Thursday, Feb. 18 Game Time: 8 p.m. EST Venue: Bryce (…). The possibility that Monday's national championship game between Ohio State and Alabama could be postponed due to COVID-19 issues with the Buckeyes isn't sitting well with some Crimson Tide fans. Kristen Saban Setas is taking a break from Twitter conspiracy theories. Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) runs for a touchdown. Brian Kelly and Nick Saban talk on the field before the game. “I call BS on the COVID cases,” she wrote on … © 2021 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. In no way did I intend to undermine the seriousness of the global pandemic and my heart goes out to those it has affected.". Kristen Saban Setas made her exit from social media ahead of the College Football Playoff National Championship. Clemson linebacker James Skalski (47) hits Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields. Ohio State running back Trey Sermon scores a touchdown. Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book huddles with teammates. A Notre Dame fan in attendance before the Rose Bowl. Mrs. Terry took care of Coach Saban after his hip surgery and did everything possible to get him back healthy, following a positive test for Coronavirus and having mild symptoms for it. You didn't see us postpone the rest of the season to wait for (wide receiver Jaylen) Waddle. — Kristen Saban Setas (@KristenSabanS) December 18, 2020. Best photos from the College Football Playoff semifinals. Clemson wide receiver Cornell Powell makes a catch. Clemson defensive end K.J. Nick Saban heads to the locker room at halftime. He was not among the finalists. Team medical personnel tend to Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields after a hit from Clemson's James Skalski. He was ejected for targeting. They're just worried about their QB and want him to have more time to heal. — Kristen Saban Setas (@KristenSabanS) January 6, 2021. Jahleel Billingsley celebrates his touchdown with running back Brian Robinson Jr. Alabama's Jahleel Billingsley catches a touchdown pass. She is married to her high school sweetheart, and they have a daughter. Ohio State running back Trey Sermon stiff arms Clemson Tigers safety Joseph Charleston. Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly complains to officials during a timeout. Kristen Saban Setas wrote in a since-deleted Twitter post directed at Ohio State on Tuesday: "If you're not confident to play then SAY IT. Next: Ranking every College Football Playoff team of all time . After initially deactivating her Twitter account as well as the tweet, Setas returned later in the evening to post an apology. Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence fumbles as Ohio State defensive tackle Haskell Garrett reaches for the ball. Notre Dame running back Kyren Williams celebrates his touchdown. USA TODAY. Sister Kristen Saban with her husband Adam Setas and son. Jan 1, 2021; Arlington, TX, USA; General view as official referees meet midfield before the Rose Bowl between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Alabama Crimson Tide at AT&T Stadium. Notre Dame safety John Mahoney brings down Alabama running back Najee Harris. HEISMAN TROPHY: Alabama's DeVonta Smith wins, ends wide receiver drought. Nick Saban’s daughter, Kristen Saban Setas, was in the headlines on Tuesday after she accused Ohio State of faking COVID issues in order to delay the … Corrections and clarifications: In an earlier version of this story, the status of Justin Fields in the Heisman Trophy race was misstated. Ohio State wide receiver Jameson Williams makes a catch for a touchdown against Clemson cornerback Sheridan Jones. Henry tackles Ohio State running back Trey Sermon. Welcome to Buckeyes Wire's European Union Experience. A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields and head coach Ryan Day celebrate after defeating Clemson 49-28. Chris Holtmann named to Naismith Coach of the Year late season watch list, WATCH: Ohio State head coach Chris Holtmann previews Michigan hoops game, Ohio State target and five-star 2022 corner Will Johnson sets commitment date, WATCH: What Penn State hoops interim coach Jim Ferry said about Ohio State postgame, Ohio State beats Penn State on the road, three things we learned, Ohio State leads Penn State at halftime of high-scoring affair, Ohio State pitcher named to preseason watch list for Golden Spikes Award, Ohio State basketball vs. Penn State preview, prediction, and odds, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Alabama's Najee Harris runs past Notre Dame defensive lineman Ovie Oghoufo. In addition, quarterback Justin Fields was injured in the national semifinal game against Clemson and could be less than 100% for the championship game, but he is expected to play. Alabama running back Brian Robinson Jr. catches a touchdown pass during the second half. Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about. If he's hurt put in your backup. Ohio State has been dealing with coronavirus issues since November and, according to multiple reports, could be without an entire position group if the game is played on Monday. Kristen Saban Setas wrote in a since-deleted Twitter post directed at Ohio State on Tuesday: "If you're not confident to play then SAY IT. Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith and head coach Nick Saban celebrate a victory against Notre Dame. Notre Dame running back Chris Tyree in action. Clemson running back Travis Etienne scores a touchdown. A view of AT&T Stadium during the first quarter of the Rose Bowl. Kristen Saban Setas accused Ohio State of being "worried about their QB" in wake of Buckeyes COVID-19 issues that could affect championship game. Nick Saban’s daughter deleted her social media accounts on Tuesday night, hours after accusing Ohio State of making up … nypost.com Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book during the first quarter. His daughter, Kristen Saban Setas, delivers a lucky penny to her dad before every game. Ohio State wide receiver Chris Olave catches a pass from Justin Fields after the quarterback returned from an injury. BYE.". Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book passes under pressure from Alabama linebacker Christopher Allen. As he, Kristen was also one of the adopted children. Notre Dame running back Kyren Williams makes a catch in the second quarter. Saban is the daughter of Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban. A link has been sent to your friend's email address. The College Football Playoff committee announced last week the title game in Miami Gardens, Florida, could be moved a week later to Jan. 18 if it can't be played as scheduled. Anyway, to make a long story even longer, Saban Setas deleted the tweet 10 minutes after she sent it out into the Twitterverse for everyone to see, log and screenshot for eternity. I call BS on the COVID cases. She has since apologized, but the damage is done. I sincerely regret my choice of reckless words. Alabama quarterback Mac Jones after a snap. Kristen Saban Setas, the daughter of the legendary college head coach, had her own theory. She is now a married woman with her friend since preschool Adam Setas on 30th May 2015 and are now the parents of one son. Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book is sacked by Alabama defensive lineman Byron Young. Kristen Saban Setas is the daughter of Alabama coach Nick Saban. Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smit celebrates with wide John Metchie II after scoring a touchdown in the first quarter. Not one to let things go quietly into the night, former Ohio State quarterback Cardale Jones had the perfect response. Alabama tight end Jahleel Billingsley is brought down by Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton. 18.4k Followers, 1,268 Following, 3,895 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Kristen Saban Setas (@kristensabansetas) I … And in a pre-pandemic world, he’d always give his wife Terry a … Alabama receiver DeVonta Smith jumps over Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Shaun Crawford to score a touchdown in the second quarter. This site is not endorsed by, sponsored by, or affiliated with Ohio State University. Fields threw six touchdown passes. I call BS on the COVID cases. Ohio State tight end Jeremy Ruckert makes a touchdown catch late in the second quarter. Ohio State tight end Luke Farrell (89) celebrates his touchdown reception with tight end Jeremy Ruckert (88). Sports Pulse: Sports reporters Dan Wolken and Paul Myerberg give us their takes on how they think the game will play out Alabama players head back to the locker room after warmups. Alabama tight end Jahleel Billingsley makes a catch against Notre Dame. Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Dylan Moses (32) and defensive back DeMarcco Hellams (29) tackle Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Kyren Williams. Alabama running back Najee Harris leaps over Notre Dame cornerback Nick McCloud. In a since-deleted post, Kristen Saban Setas implied the program was exploiting coronavirus protocols to buy time for their star quarterback to recover from injuries. Ohio State tight end Jeremy Ruckert (88) runs into the end zone after a catch for a touchdown. Image Source: hayko.tv Alabama coach Nick Saban's daughter tweeted "I call BS on the COVID" and accused Ohio State of trying to buy more time for quarterback Justin Fields to heal from the hits he took against Clemson. Clemson wide receiver Cornell Powell reaches for the goal line for a touchdown against Ohio State. 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