Alabama fall camp notes: Crimson Tide returns to practice following second scrimmage

Alabama football had Monday off following last week’s scrimmage, but it returned Tuesday to practice.

Players went full pads in sunny, 79-degree weather conditions as we are 11 days from the Crimson Tide’s opening matchup at Bryant-Denny Stadium versus Western Kentucky. Kalen DeBoer mentioned to reporters that the second scrimmage was the “most physical” one he has been part of since becoming Alabama’s head coach. Notes from today’s practice are below.

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Game week for the Tide begins Monday, August 26.

Notes from Tuesday’s practice

-Alabama defense started practice in the indoor facility before moving outside.

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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 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 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.