Sadness has been a natural emotion for Alabama fans watching players and coaches leave the program, but excitement is more significant for those who have chosen to remain.

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George Teague, an Alabama football legend, is proud of the committed athletes to the Crimson Tide that want to continue representing Bama Psi Phi. Teague, a former safety for Alabama, was an All-American and All-SEC selection for the Tide's national championship team in 1992 under Coach Gene Stallings. He posted six interceptions (tied for SEC lead) in 1992 and finished his career with 14 picks. Teague was a first-round selection in the 1993 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers and played for the Packers, Atlanta Falcons, Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins, and Cowboys again. He is in the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame for his excellence as an athlete for the Crimson Tide and is an NFL analyst. Teague has his podcast, Teague's Take, which he enjoys breaking down film on the Cowboys and Alabama football. He's excited to see what is next to come for his Alma mater.

Thank you to the guys who have committed to staying with @AlabamaFTBL during this transition. I know there are a lot of factors when making a decision like this. I am grateful that you decided to continue building your legacy with Bama Psi Phi! #BuiltByBama #RollTide

— George Teague (@Teaguefootball) January 20, 2024

Tide fans, like Teague, are ready to see what spring practice looks like under Coach Kalen DeBoer.

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Stephen M. Smith is the managing editor and senior writer for Touchdown Alabama Magazine.  You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @CoachingMSmith.