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Former Tide receiver with high praise for freshman LB Shane Lee

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Stephen M. Smith
June 6, 2019

Alabama freshman LB Shane Lee (No. 35) in spring practice for 2019: Photo comes via Twitter

Next season is the return to physicality for Alabama’s defense.

Nick Saban is challenging everyone to get back to a dominant style of play and with assistant coaches of high tenure on staff, it will be interesting to see how the Crimson Tide looks on that side of the football. While numerous fans and respected members of the media have eyes glued on experienced veterans, there is one former player that has high confidence in a freshman.

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Matthew “Matt” Caddell, who played at receiver for the Tide from 2003-07, joined Stephen Smith of Touchdown Alabama Magazine on Monday’s airing of In My Own Words to discuss Alabama’s defense.

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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 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 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.