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These things stood out from Alabama’s open practice, including a freshman on the first-team defense

Kent Gidley - Alabama Athletics

Alabama returned to Bryant-Denny Stadium on Sunday for Fan Day/Open Practice after its first scrimmage.

Crimson Tide fans took in a two-hour practice before coming on the field to get autographs.

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It was the eighth practice of preseason camp, and a few Tide players did not participate. I was not in attendance; however, a member of Touchdown Alabama Magazine was. He shared with me the highlights from the open practice.

Some notes are below.

Notes from UA’s open practice

-Alabama had five players that did not participate (DNP) in the open practice.

  • Tyler Booker, OL
  • Jaeden Roberts, OL
  • Richard Young, RB
  • Jam Miller, RB
  • Jihaad Campbell, LB
  • Daniel Hill, RB (arm in a sling)

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Stephen M. Smith is the 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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