Kalen Douglas DeBoer is a distinguished American college football coach, currently serving as the head coach at the University of Alabama. His coaching career began at the University of Sioux Falls, where he led the Cougars from 2005 to 2009, achieving an impressive 67-3 record. Under his leadership, Sioux Falls won three NAIA Football National Championships in 2006, 2008, and 2009, solidifying DeBoer’s reputation as a formidable coach in collegiate football.
Following his success at Sioux Falls, DeBoer advanced to the role of offensive coordinator at Southern Illinois from 2010 to 2013, and later at Eastern Michigan University, Fresno State, and Indiana. During his tenure at Indiana in 2019, he helped the Hoosiers rank third in the Big Ten with an average of 433.2 yards per game, showcasing his ability to develop high-performing offenses. In 2020, DeBoer took the helm at Fresno State, where he led the Bulldogs to a 9-3 record in 2021, highlighted by victories over ranked teams and a bowl win.
DeBoer’s most recent accomplishments came during his tenure at the University of Washington, where he achieved a remarkable 12-0 record in 2023, earning multiple Coach of the Year accolades. His leadership guided Washington to the College Football Playoff, culminating in a Sugar Bowl victory. As he embarks on his journey at Alabama, DeBoer’s proven track record and innovative coaching style promise to elevate the Crimson Tide to new heights in collegiate football.