As we continue through the offseason, Roll Tide Wire has decided to bring fans a quick snapshot of each scholarship player listed on Alabama’s 2020 football roster.
Each day, we’ll release anywhere from 2-4 player profiles giving fans a glimpse into the players who will be available this upcoming season. Whether that’s size, classification, hometowns or recruiting rankings coming out of high school, we’ve got you covered.
Also included in each article is a quick recap letting you know what to expect from that player for the upcoming 2020 season and beyond.
Next up on the list is freshman phenom Bryce Young out of Pasadena (Calif.).
Bryce Young, Quarterback
Class: Freshman
Hometown: Pasadena (Calif.)
High School: Mater Dei High School
HS ranking (247Sports): 5-star / No. 2 overall / No. 1 DT-QB / No. 1 CA
HS ranking (Rivals): 5-star / No. 2 overall / No. 1 DT-QB / No. 1 CA
Analysis: Bryce Young is one of the most polarizing, young quarterback prospects Alabama has landed in quite some time, and that even includes a talent like Tua Tagovailoa.
The California gunslinger doesn’t bring a lot in terms of size (6-foot, 200 pounds), but he possesses all the other tools needed to be a high impact player at the quarterback position. He’s got improved arm strength, top-notch accuracy and a lightning quick release to go with his ability to read defenses and make proper decisions.
And if that wasn’t already enough, Young is also a well-respected person off the field, which should help him earn the trust of his teammates and coaches early on.
Yes, it’s possible — and even probable — that rising redshirt junior Mac Jones will be the starter in 2020. In fact, Jones has earned that right based off his performance to close the 2019 season. But that doesn’t mean Young won’t be ready if called upon.
Expect the freshman phenom to emerge as one of college football’s elite quarterbacks — and overall players — within the next couple of years (if not sooner).
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