Watch: This change on the OL for Alabama made the difference versus USF

Alabama football needed a spark in the second half against South Florida.

It was clinging to a 14-13 lead over the Bulls when Elijah Pritchett replace Wilkin Formby on the offensive line in the fourth quarter. The Crimson Tide exploded for 28 points in the final period. Jalen Milroe had two touchdown passes, Jam Miller had an impressive 56-yard touchdown run, and Justice Haynes ripped off a 29-yard rushing score. All of this happened with Pritchett mowing down defensive players and providing marquee energy. He wanted to be on the field and needed to be out there.

In Sunday’s special airing of In My Own Words, I broke down Pritchett’s impact and how huge it was for the Tide.

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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.