Watch: Ryan Williams and Jaylen Mbakwe surprise Alabama teammates with iced out “Alabama” pendants

The New Wave podcast has made things pop for Ryan Williams and Jaylen Mbakwe.

Both true freshmen have been impactful in Alabama’s 4-0 start.

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Williams has been incredible at wide receiver, while Mbakwe makes plays as a cornerback and punt returner. The duo teamed up with GLD in boosting their name, image, and likeness (NIL) value and surprised their teammates and coaches with something special. Williams and Mbakwe got everyone in the Alabama program iced out “Alabama” pendants. Players, coaches, and support staff members were excited to rock the jewelry. GLD shared the video on its Instagram of the freshmen showing love to the team.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Alabama takes on Vanderbilt this weekend at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.

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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.