Alabama in the Pros

Former Tide QB talks O.J. Howard, Jameis Winston and making Bucs’ roster

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Stephen M. Smith
May 26, 2017

Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

One of the most exciting years for Alabama under Nick Saban occurred in 2014, when the unlikeliest of players emerged as the starting quarterback for Tide. In the face of criticism, Blake Sims put the team on his back and carried it to a Southeastern Conference championship and an appearance in the College Football Playoff.

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

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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.