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Practice recap: Freshman OLB emerging; veteran CB taking reps at safety

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With its final scrimmage of preseason action scheduled for Saturday, Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide worked in sunny, 90-degree weather conditions today as it continues in week three of fall practice. While the offense is expected to carry the load this season, a couple of players have started to emerge on defense. Listed below are Thursday’s notes from practice via yours truly of Touchdown Alabama Magazine.

Notes from today’s session

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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 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.

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