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Will Anderson gets special message from his dad during NFL Draft

Alabama LB Will Anderson Jr. (#31) waves to fans at Bryant-Denny Stadium as he exits the field after victory over Vanderbilt in 2022 season.
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He comes from a very loving family, and the head of the family honored him.

Will Anderson Jr., a University of Alabama alum, is in the National Football League. He got selected at No. 3 overall in the NFL Draft by the Houston Texans. His father, Will Anderson Sr., helped raise a strong man of character, wisdom, greatness, and humility. Anderson, a former five-star recruit in the 2020 cycle, chose to play for the Crimson Tide under Nick Saban.

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He earned several individual accolades and helped the Tide to a College Football Playoff National Championship in 2020.

Anderson’s dad gave a special message to his son as he’s now a professional. 

The native Georgian was beloved by Tide fans, and they look forward to watching him dominate in the league.

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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 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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