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Alabama football: Minkah Fitzpatrick move to CB will make Tide’s defense more lethal

Alabama safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (#29) hold "Ball Out" turnover belt after recording a pick-six in 2016 SEC Championship Game versus Florida.
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One of the main nuggets from Alabama’s first week of spring practice was defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick returning to his natural position at cornerback. With this move, head coach Nick Saban and his staff can expect to see a more lethal Crimson Tide defense for the 2017 football season.

During Monday’s airing of The Way It Is, yours truly of Touchdown Alabama Magazine discusses the growth of Fitzpatrick, and how his latest move should help create opportunities for others to emerge.

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 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 10+ 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.

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