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Nick Saban's influence continues in Alabama even though he's no longer the Crimson Tide head coach.

This time, it has nothing to do with football. It involves an ancient species of crab.

Saban has been honored by the University of Alabama faculty, as archaeologists working for the school discovered an ancient species of crab and named it after the coach who led the Crimson Tide to six national titles .

"A team led by University of Alabama researchers have discovered several ancient crab and shrimp fossils from central Alabama – including one they have named after legendary football coach Nick Saban," a press release from the university read. "The crab's official name is Costacopluma nicksabani, but it can be called th

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