Will Anderson is in the National Football League, but Dallas Turner has been Alabama’s defensive leader this season.
Turner, a junior outside linebacker, is one of the nation’s leaders in sacks and tackles for loss. He leads the Crimson Tide with seven sacks, 9.5 tackles for loss, and 10 quarterback hurries. He also has 29 total tackles and two forced fumbles. Turner has the Alabama defense as one of the best in college football for scoring defense (16 ppg allowed) and total defense (291.6 ypg allowed).
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He was the featured player in a hype video for Alabama in preparation for Saturday’s game against Tennessee.
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Turner highlighted the togetherness of the team and how it’s clicking at the right time. He stated that he’s never been part of a brotherhood like this. Turner knows the postseason goals for Alabama are in front of it. The chance to compete for a Southeastern Conference Championship is alive. The Tide is also alive for a College Football Playoff National Championship shot.
Turner looks to help the Tide avenge its loss to the Volunteers last season.
He leads Alabama’s defense against the Volunteers at 2:30 p.m. CT on CBS.
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