Alabama’s defense should not suffer from poor execution in the fall, especially with Kane Wommack running the show.
He has depth across the board at each level of the Crimson Tide’s defensive unit.
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The “Husky” or nickel cornerback position for Alabama is an interesting one. A lot of responsibility is put on that role, including run support, pressuring quarterbacks, and limiting production from slot wide receivers. DeVonta Smith, a fourth-year player from the 2021 recruiting cycle, expects to be the starter against Western Kentucky. Red Morgan, a former four-star, is a very talented freshman, but Wommack is really liking a former Big Ten transfer too.
King Mack stepped up in both scrimmages.
Mack, who came over from Penn State University in the summer, is a Miami (Fla.) native.
The 5-foot-10, 206-pounder attended a powerhouse program in St. Thomas Aquinas High School. He did not get opportunities for the Nittany Lions, but Mack is showcasing his abilities in preseason camp at Alabama. He recorded an interception in two scrimmages, including a pick-six in the second one. Mack should see action at Husky this season, but how many reps does he earn? His playmaking abilities on the back end have caught Wommack’s attention as fall practice starts drawing to a close soon.
“Athletically, he is very fast,” Wommack said on Tuesday about Mack. “He is very physical, really good instincts. He seems to be really making plays on the ball.”
Wommack said Mack “elevates his game” when it comes to scrimmages.
He labeled the transfer as a “gamer,” especially with his instincts on the field. Alabama can grab production from several defensive backs, but Mack’s development has been good. We will see see how he continues to push Smith and Morgan.
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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.
