Nick Saban, Alabama kicks off 2017 spring football practice

With media personnel flooding the door and the scattering of rosters, head coach Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide are back at it again with spring practice. The first of 13 sessions took place outdoors in sunny, 87-degree weather – as players donned helmets, shorts and jerseys.

Yours truly of TDAL Magazine providing all observations from day one.

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

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.