Stephen's Report

Practice report: Clarity forming on OL, ILB, secondary for Alabama football

by
Stephen M. Smith
August 21, 2018

Alabama freshman DB Patrick Surtain Jr (No. 2) high-pointing balls in drills today in practice: Bryant Fortenberry - Touchdown Alabama Magazine

With students and student-athletes now moved in at the University of Alabama for the fall semester, football for the Crimson Tide returns next week.

Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide entered week three of fall practice today, working in full pads under sunny, 86-degree weather conditions in preparation for its final scrimmage this weekend.

While there is much concern about what’s happened on defense, listed below are notes from Alabama’s 16th session of practice.

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

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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.