Alabama Sports Anchor Lectures Fellow Media Members After Someone Dropped 'Hi, Saban' During Presser

Rick Karle, a Birmingham, Alabama sports anchor, was so completely triggered by how another member of the media addressed Nick Saban during an Alabama Zoom press conference that he dropped a 700-plus word rant about the matter on Facebook.

During the Rose Bowl press conference, someone addressed Nick Saban as "Hi, Saban," sending Rick into a rage that resulted in a massive lecture on how the greatest college coach in the history of the game should be addressed.

Rick could've made his point in 240 characters, but he got a little long-winded and ended up with what you see below.

Never forget that media people, specifically the sports guys, tend to be the worst people you'd ever want to be around. They're typically miserable humans who want you to be miserable right there with them. Sure, there are some gems floating around, but there are hundreds of Ricks with huge egos. If you ever want to see how important some of these people consider themselves, especially the Insiders®, watch how they act during Super Bowl week. It's some of the best mall watching known to mankind.

Anyway, let's get to Rick's rant. It's a long one.

From Rick Karle:

Dear my media brethren,

I hope you are doing well.
I know it's a hectic time for you, as you are working harder than ever, fighting deadlines, and spending time away from your families.
You are facing pressure from your bosses, criticism from fans and yes, even more deadlines.
Whether you are a writer, a radio announcer, a podcaster, a blogger, a social media expert or a TV reporter or anchor, I appreciate what you do.
I get it.
I'm one of you.