Alabama Football's 11th Preseason Camp Practice: Key Insights and Highlights

On Tuesday, Alabama football held its 11th preseason practice at the team’s usual facility, resuming from a weekend of scrimmages and Fan Day events at Bryant-Denny Stadium, followed by a day off. With the season opener against Western Kentucky approaching on August 31 in Tuscaloosa, media access to the practice was granted for several periods, marking the second-to-last opportunity for reporters to observe before the season kicks off.

Key Observations from Tuesday’s Practice:

• Practice Access: Reporters were allowed to observe starting from the sixth practice period.
• Weather Conditions: The temperature in Tuscaloosa reached 83 degrees during the viewing periods.
• Team Gear: The Crimson Tide players were in full pads for the session.
• Music Playlist: Practice tunes included Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean," Kool & The Gang's "Jungle Boogie," and Redbone's "Come and Get Your Love."
• Player Participation:
  • Offensive linemen Tyler Booker and Jaeden Roberts, both previously limited, fully participated in drills while wearing white jerseys.
  • The running backs’ room faced several injuries: Jam Miller and Kevin Riley wore black jerseys denoting non-contact status, while Richard Young, also in black, was seen on a stationary bike.
  • Daniel Hill was absent from practice and was last seen on Sunday with his left arm in a sling.
  • Offensive lineman Olaus Alinen was in uniform but used a stationary bike instead of joining drills. Linebacker Jihaad Campbell followed a similar pattern but joined his group towards the end.
  • Cornerback Zabien Brown continued to use a club on his left hand but showed no signs of restriction in his participation.
  • Safety DeVonta Smith was not visible during the observed periods.
• Scouts in Attendance: Staff members from the NFL’s Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts, and Arizona Cardinals were present.
• Drill Highlights:
  • Outside linebackers practiced coverage drops with guidance from coach Christian Robinson during the sixth period.
  • Cornerbacks participated in drop-back drills under the direction of defensive backs coach Maurice Linguist during the seventh period.

The observation window concluded during the eighth practice period, providing a snapshot of the Crimson Tide's preparations as they approach the start of the new season.