History of Kalen DeBoer in Timeline

Kalen DeBoer is an American college football coach currently serving as the head coach for the University of Alabama since 2024. Prior to Alabama, he held head coaching positions at the University of Washington (2022-2023), Fresno State (2020-2021), and the University of Sioux Falls (2005-2009). Notably, during his tenure at Sioux Falls, his teams secured three NAIA Football National Championships (2006, 2008, 2009). DeBoer boasts an impressive overall head coaching record of 113-16.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1928: First trip to Madison since 1928

In 2024, Alabama traveled to Madison, Wisconsin, for the first time since 1928, defeating Wisconsin 42-10.

October 24, 1974: Kalen DeBoer Born

On October 24, 1974, Kalen Douglas DeBoer was born. He is now an American college football coach, currently the head football coach for the University of Alabama.

Others born on this day/year

1984: First Loss to Vanderbilt since 1984

In 2024, DeBoer suffered his first loss as Alabama coach losing to Vanderbilt, snapping a 23-game win streak versus the Commodores, and was the Tide's first loss to Vanderbilt since 1984.

1993: Played Wide Receiver at Sioux Falls Cougars

In 1993, Kalen DeBoer began playing as a wide receiver for the Sioux Falls Cougars under head coach Bob Young, marking the start of his college football playing career.

1996: End of playing career at Sioux Falls

In 1996, Kalen DeBoer concluded his playing career at wide receiver for the Sioux Falls Cougars.

1997: Student Assistant at Sioux Falls

In 1997, Kalen DeBoer became a student assistant at Sioux Falls, working with the wide receivers after his football playing career ended.

1997: Played Baseball at Sioux Falls

In 1997, Kalen DeBoer played baseball at Sioux Falls, achieving a .520 batting average with 10 home runs and 34 RBIs during his senior season.

1998: Graduation from University of Sioux Falls

In 1998, Kalen DeBoer graduated from the University of Sioux Falls with a bachelor's degree in secondary education.

1998: Played Independent League Baseball

In 1998, Kalen DeBoer played one season of independent league baseball with the Canton Crocodiles as a left fielder.

2000: Offensive Coordinator at Sioux Falls

In 2000, Kalen DeBoer became the offensive coordinator at his alma mater, the University of Sioux Falls, reuniting with Bob Young.

2001: Team Rebrands to Sioux Falls Storm

In 2001, the Sioux Falls Cobras, the team Kalen DeBoer was playing for, rebranded to the Sioux Falls Storm and moved to the National Indoor Football League (NIFL).

December 1, 2004: Promoted to Head Coach at Sioux Falls

On December 1, 2004, Kalen DeBoer was promoted to head coach at the University of Sioux Falls following Bob Young's retirement.

2004: End of Tenure as Offensive Coordinator at Sioux Falls

In 2004, Kalen DeBoer concluded his role as the offensive coordinator at the University of Sioux Falls.

2005: First Season as Head Coach at Sioux Falls

In 2005, Kalen DeBoer began his first season as head coach at Sioux Falls, experiencing one of his losses to Mike Van Diest's Carroll Fighting Saints.

2005: Head Coach at University of Sioux Falls

In 2005, Kalen DeBoer began his tenure as the head coach at the University of Sioux Falls, a position he held until 2009.

2006: First NAIA National Championship as Head Coach

In 2006, Kalen DeBoer won his first NAIA national championship as the head coach of Sioux Falls.

2006: NAIA Football National Championship Win

In 2006, Kalen DeBoer's team at the University of Sioux Falls won the NAIA Football National Championship.

2007: Runner-Up Appearance

In 2007, Kalen DeBoer's Sioux Falls team had a runner-up appearance in the NAIA National Championship, losing to Mike Van Diest's Carroll Fighting Saints.

2008: Second NAIA National Championship as Head Coach

In 2008, Kalen DeBoer achieved his second NAIA national championship as the head coach of Sioux Falls.

2008: Second NAIA Football National Championship Win

In 2008, Kalen DeBoer's team at the University of Sioux Falls secured their second NAIA Football National Championship under his leadership.

2009: End of Tenure at University of Sioux Falls

In 2009, Kalen DeBoer concluded his time as the head coach at the University of Sioux Falls, during which his teams won three NAIA Football National Championships.

2009: Third NAIA National Championship at Sioux Falls

In 2009, Kalen DeBoer led Sioux Falls to their third NAIA national championship during his tenure as head coach.

2010: Offensive Coordinator at Southern Illinois

In 2010, Kalen DeBoer became the offensive coordinator at Southern Illinois under Dale Lennon.

2010: First time since 2010 the Tide have lost three regular season games

In 2024, Alabama traveled to Norman, OK losing to Oklahoma 24–3. It’s the first time since 2010 the Tide have lost three regular season games.

2013: End of Tenure at Southern Illinois

In 2013, Kalen DeBoer concluded his role as the offensive coordinator at Southern Illinois.

2014: Offensive Coordinator at Eastern Michigan University

In 2014, Kalen DeBoer became the offensive coordinator at Eastern Michigan University under Chris Creighton.

2016: End of Tenure at Eastern Michigan University

In 2016, Kalen DeBoer finished his time as the offensive coordinator at Eastern Michigan University.

2017: Offensive Coordinator at Fresno State

In 2017, Kalen DeBoer took on the position of offensive coordinator at Fresno State under Jeff Tedford.

2018: End of Tenure at Fresno State

In 2018, Kalen DeBoer concluded his time as the offensive coordinator at Fresno State.

2019: Offensive Coordinator at Indiana

In 2019, Kalen DeBoer served as the offensive coordinator at Indiana under Tom Allen, where the team ranked third in the Big Ten in yards per game.

2020: Head Coach at Fresno State

In 2020, Kalen DeBoer became the head coach at Fresno State, marking another step in his college football coaching career.

2020: Hired as Head Football Coach at Fresno State

In 2020, Kalen DeBoer was hired as the head football coach at Fresno State and led the Bulldogs to a 3-3 record in a shortened season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

November 29, 2021: Hired as Head Coach at University of Washington

On November 29, 2021, Kalen DeBoer was hired as the head football coach at the University of Washington, marking a significant transition in his coaching career.

2021: End of Tenure at Fresno State

In 2021, Kalen DeBoer ended his tenure as head coach at Fresno State.

2021: Successful Season at Fresno State

In 2021, Kalen DeBoer led Fresno State to a 9-3 regular season record, including ranked victories over UCLA and San Diego State, and a win in the New Mexico Bowl against UTEP.

2022: Pac-12 Coach of the Year

In 2022, Kalen DeBoer led the Washington Huskies to a 10-2 regular season record, with victories over ranked teams, and was named Pac-12 Coach of the Year, concluding the season with a win over Texas in the Alamo Bowl.

2022: Head Coach at University of Washington

In 2022, Kalen DeBoer took on the role of head football coach at the University of Washington.

2023: End of Tenure at University of Washington

In 2023, Kalen DeBoer concluded his time as the head coach at the University of Washington.

2023: Accolades and CFP National Championship Appearance

In 2023, Kalen DeBoer led Washington to a 12-0 regular season and a Pac-12 Championship victory over Oregon, earning numerous Coach of the Year awards. His team qualified for the College Football Playoff, defeating Texas in the Sugar Bowl before losing to Michigan in the CFP National Championship, finishing the season 14-1.