Yes. Saban was an all-state shortstop at Monongah High School in West Virginia as well as an all-state Basketball point guard and all-state football quarterback. He played defensive back and safety at Kent State from 1970-1972. Saban also played on the Kent State Baseball team in 1972.
Nick Saban played for Kent State as a defensive back from 1970-1971.
Nick Sabin was a defensive back for Kent State.
Saban graduated from Kent State University in 1973 with a Bachelor's in business and then got his Master's from Kent State in sports administration in 1975.
Nick Hundley is a catcher for the Baltimore Orioles.
Nick Martinez is a starting pitcher for the Texas Rangers.
Nick Bjugstad plays center for the Florida Panthers.
Nick Bonino plays center for the Vancouver Canucks.
Nick Holden plays defense for the Colorado Avalanche.
Nick Leddy plays defense for the Chicago Blackhawks.
Nick Spaling plays center for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Nick Stephens plays Quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens.
Nick Buss is a center fielder for the Oakland Athletics.
Nick Christiani is a relief pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds.
Nick Franklin is a short stop for the Seattle Mariners.
Nick Hagadone is a relief pitcher for the Cleveland Indians.