PODCAST: Which position will be the most exciting to watch this spring for Alabama?

Alabama fans will return to seeing live football content on Friday. 

The Crimson Tide will have 15 spring practices – including its A-Day Game – as Nick Saban prepares to go after a seventh national championship. On Monday, Saban stated on ESPN that Alabama needs a specific type of leadership from its veterans.

He wants players that will set a good example for the younger guys and be the individuals that everyone desires to follow. 

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Although many people are excited to see the quarterbacks, yours truly of Touchdown Alabama Magazine sets his eyes on the defensive side of the ball. In Monday’s airing of In My Own Words, I discuss why the defensive line will take the biggest step forward in spring practice. 

Check out the video below. 

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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.