Louisiana State University was public enemy number one for Landon Collins when he was at Alabama. The Louisiana native and former Crimson Tide safety was a perfect 3-0 against the Tigers. Collins faces a new rival as a member of the New York Giants, the Dallas Cowboys.

He recorded four total tackles in New York’s 26-27 loss to Dallas in week one, but responded brilliantly Sunday at MetLife Stadium. Collins collected nine total tackles, with six being unassisted. He helped the Giants create four turnovers, including three interceptions off Cowboys’ quarterback Matt Cassel. New York got its revenge by a score of 27-20.

Collins now has 42 tackles with an interception. The Giants are first in the NFC East at 4-3.

Stephen M. Smith is a senior analyst and columnist for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @ESPN_Future.

Stephen M. Smith

Stephen Smith is a 2015 graduate of the University of Alabama. He is a senior writer and reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. He has covered Alabama football for 15 years and his knowledge and coverage of the Crimson Tide's program have made him among the most respected journalist in his field. Smith has been featured on ESPN and several other marquee outlets as an analyst.