The move was well - received , as McElwain had won two national championships at Alabama as offensive coordinator under legendary head coach Nick Saban .
On December 12 , 2011 , Graham hired Alabama offensive coordinator Jim McElwain to replace Fairchild .
The move was well - received , as offensive coordinator had won two national championships at Alabama as offensive coordinator under legendary head coach Nick Saban .
On December 12 , 2011 , Graham hired Alabama offensive coordinator Jim McElwain to replace Fairchild .