Alabama Football Dominates Western Kentucky: Coach DeBoer Talks Injuries and Freshman Performances

Alabama football had an impressive start to the season, easily defeating Western Kentucky 63-0 at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

In the game, Jalen Milroe scored five touchdowns, Ryan Williams made two big catches for scores, and safety Keon Sabb had two interceptions in the first quarter.

After the game, Coach Kalen DeBoer shared his thoughts in a press conference. Here are some key points he mentioned:

• Room for Improvement: DeBoer noted that while the team performed well, there are still areas they need to work on after reviewing the game film.

• Ryan Williams' Focus: DeBoer praised Williams for his concentration, especially on his second touchdown. He mentioned that Williams is handling the attention he’s receiving with humility.

• Kadyn Proctor’s Injury: Proctor was injured during pregame warmups. DeBoer said they would assess the injury further to understand its severity.

• Freshmen’s Performance: DeBoer was pleased that the freshmen didn’t seem overwhelmed by the big stage, saying they handled it well.

• Elijah Pritchett's Versatility: When left tackle was needed, Pritchett stepped up and played well, despite primarily playing right tackle during the spring.

• Keon Sabb's Impact: Sabb’s interceptions were crucial in setting the tone for the game, and DeBoer was impressed with how ready he was for the moment.

• Game Experience: DeBoer expressed his excitement about coaching his first game at Bryant-Denny Stadium, applauding the fans for their loud support.

• Technical Issues: DeBoer mentioned that offensive coordinator Nick Sheridan had to adjust due to technical difficulties with the headsets during the game.

• Defensive Rotations: DeBoer was happy with how the defensive players were rotated to keep them fresh, and he felt the secondary played well without making major mistakes.

Overall, it was a strong start for Alabama, and Coach DeBoer is looking forward to building on this performance in the next game.