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Steve Sarkisian reportedly leaving Alabama to be Falcons’ new offensive coordinator

Steve Sarkisian, shown here as Southern California's head football coach before the 2015 season, was named Friday as Alabama's new offensive coordinator. Sarkisian has been an offensive analyst with the Crimson Tide since September. Steve Sarkisian, shown here as Southern California's head football coach before the 2015 season, was named Friday as Alabama's new offensive coordinator. Sarkisian has been an offensive analyst with the Crimson Tide since September.

By Staff Report February 7, 2017 1 min read

Alabama OC Steve Sarkisian is poised to replace Kyle Shanahan as Falcons’ new OC, as @Schultz_Report reported.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 7, 2017

According to multiple media outlets, Alabama offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian is leaving ‘Bama for the Atlanta Falcons.

Sarkisan will reportedly take over for Kyle Shanahan as the Falcons’ new offensive coordinator.

Alabama hired Sarkisian in December to replace Lane Kiffin.