According to ESPN’s Chris Low, Alabama’s defense will return a key starter next season. Starting defensive back Malachi Moore is expected to forgo the 2024 NFL draft. Low reports that Moore has informed the Alabama coaching staff that he plans to return next season.
Moore has been a contributor to the Crimson Tide defense since he first stepped foot on campus. He will look to utilize the 2024 season as a boost for the 2025 draft.
He made 13 starts for the Crimson Tide this past season. He also served as one of Alabama’s three permanent team captains in 2023. Moore recorded 52 tackles, four pass breakups, and one interception during his senior season.
Alabama’s defense just got a whole lot better with Moore deciding to return for the 2024-2025 season. He has a lot of starting experience and will be an experienced leader for the Crimson Tide defense next season.
Alabama CBs Kool-Aid McKinstry and Terrion Arnold plan to enter the 2024 NFL draft and won’t return to the Crimson Tide next season, sources tell ESPN. However, starting LB Deontae Lawson and starting DB Malachi Moore have told coaches they plan to return.
— Chris Low (@ClowESPN) January 4, 2024
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