Coaching Update

Official: Alabama Hires Adrian Klemm as Offensive Line Coach

Kalen DeBoer bolsters his staff by hiring veteran NFL and collegiate coach Adrian Klemm to lead the Alabama offensive line.

2026-02-04 Iron Bowl History Staff

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer has made a significant addition to his coaching staff, officially announcing the hiring of Adrian Klemm as the Crimson Tide's new offensive line coach.

A Wealth of Experience

Klemm arrives in Tuscaloosa with a resume that bridges the gap between elite college development and NFL production. Most recently serving as an offensive analyst at USC (2025), Klemm previously held the offensive line coaching role with the New England Patriots (2023) and the Pittsburgh Steelers (2021).

His collegiate track record is equally impressive. During his tenure at Oregon (2022), his offensive line allowed the fewest sacks in the FBS (5), paving the way for one of the nation's most explosive rushing attacks. He also spent six seasons at UCLA, developing multiple NFL draft picks.

DeBoer's Statement

"Adrian is one of the most respected teachers of offensive line play in the country," DeBoer said in a statement. "His ability to recruit at a high level and develop players for the NFL makes him a perfect fit for what we are building here."

Klemm replaces Chris Kapilovic and is expected to hit the ground running with a unit that returns key pieces but needs to find more consistency in the run game.