WATCH: Nick Saban presser after first scrimmage for Alabama

Alabama football held its first scrimmage of fall camp on Saturday. 

Following the two-hour practice from Bryant-Denny Stadium, head coach Nick Saban spoke with the media on injury updates, players that stepped up and guys that he wants to see continue to improve.

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He was complimentary of quarterback Mac Jones, running back Jerome Ford and placekicker Will Reichard.

The scrimmage was the Crimson Tide’s eighth practice session. 

Yours truly of Touchdown Alabama Magazine was live at the presser.  

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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.

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.